If you enjoy music while you read, try "Game of Survival" by Ruelle while reading this chapter and the following fight scenes. It's what I listened to while writing.
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~ ZEV ~
Zev reached back and broke Sasha's grip on him. She made a noise of protest, but he shook his head and spoke into her mind low, quiet, and deadly serious.
Stay close to Yhet. Do not get involved in the fighting. No matter what you see. This isn't a fight for you. This is a fight for Thana.
"Zev—" she breathed. He could scent the flash of fear in her.
Go. I'll keep you safe.
He squeezed her hand, then nudged her towards Yhet, never taking his eyes off of Xar. When Yhet had tugged her back, out of reach, he straightened and let himself feel his strength. Remembered all the fights, all the wins, all the ways he had navigated this life, this world, these males and taken victory.
