His denial never reached its conclusion.
In the next instant, Kade moved with startling speed. Before anyone could react, Rowan had been thrown violently to the stone floor, the impact echoing throughout the dungeon and leaving every prisoner staring in stunned disbelief. He cried out instinctively, attempting to pull himself away, but the effort lasted only a moment before Kade subdued him with effortless precision.
The corridor fell silent.
No one dared move.
No one dared speak.
When Kade finally stepped back, Rowan lay motionless upon the cold stone, and the reality of what had just happened settled over the dungeon like an unbearable weight.
Several prisoners collapsed where they stood, their composure breaking completely.
One elderly servant slid helplessly against the bars of his cell, trembling so violently he could scarcely remain conscious, while a young maid covered her mouth in horror before fainting where she stood.
