Sera's POV The fact that he had tried to instantly heal everything in me—pouring his own raw power back into my veins without a second thought for the battle ahead—made my heart soar. I knew in that exact moment that he was the right choice. There was no doubt left in my mind. I knew he meant every word of his promise, and that he would come back to me to let me finish the bond. Gideon looked up from me, his eyes sweeping across the war room at the commanders who were still steadying themselves on their feet. "I'm taking her back to our room," he commanded, his deep voice carrying a quiet, unyielding authority. "Everyone head out and set the perimeter. Let me know the second you get eyes on him. I'll catch up with you in a minute." Without waiting for their responses, Gideon gathered

