Victory had just curled across her lips. But before she could savor it, Razeal's hand snapped upward. Two fingers forced past her lips, forcing themselves deep into her mouth before she could jerk away.
Her eyes widened in shock as she gagged, Her muffled protest cracked in her throat as he pinned her against the tree, immovable. But his strength was absolute. She couldn't stop him.
Blood affinity surged around his fingers, a scarlet aura that pulsed with menace. Then he shoved it down her throat.
Maria gagged, thrashing, nails scraping against his arm as she tried to fight him off. But his strength was merciless, his control absolute. The blood burned cold and heavy as it slid deep down into her throat.
When he was satisfied, he pulled his hand back. Her knees buckled as she stumbled forward, coughing and spitting, her face contorted with rage and disgust. "What.. what did you make me drink?!" she gasped, her voice hoarse as she wiped her lips with trembling hands.
