Chapter 10: Liora's Tears
"Prepare the omega," Alpha Thorne continued, the silver knife glinting in the fading light. Aria backed away, bumping into Kael who steadied her with strong hands on her shoulders. "Father," Dax said quietly. "The ritual requires willing participants." Alpha Thorne's eyes narrowed. "She will be willing. Won't you, Aria?" Before she could answer, a voice called from deeper in the temple ruins. "Alpha Thorne! A moment of your advice." Elder Vaughn appeared from the shadows, his white eyes glowing in the dusk.