Bloodstained Mercy

Vesperia's POV

The lifeless eyes staring into mine belonged to a man suspended inches above the dirt. Crimson poured freely from his parted lips. My throat locked. I couldn't tear my gaze away from the gruesome spectacle.

Valerius had driven his entire forearm straight through the center of the man's chest.

"W-what—" I stammered, my voice cracking in raw terror.

A choked gasp escaped me as th