The Valkyrie Returns and Slays (Raven) novel Chapter 463

Chapter 463 Escape From The Base

But the smug anticipation on their faces quickly froze into something much stiffer. ‘What… how is this possible?”

Under the harsh white glare of the overhead lights, Cassian’s entire body was trembling from the sheer mental torment. His skin was ghostly pale, his brows furrowed in agony, every nerve in his body straining under pressure. And yet he made not a single sound.

His lips were clamped tightly shut, not even a whimper slipping through.

Above them, Benedict remained hidden behind the ceiling panel, eyes locked on Cassian through the narrow slit.

His small fists clenched instinctively, trembling with helpless fury.

He had never wanted power so badly in his entire life.

But no matter how gifted he was–no matter how monstrous his talent–he was still just five years old. Right now, against the people down there, he didn’t stand a chance.

For the first time, he regretted rushing in on his own after learning Cassian’s location. If he hadn’t acted so recklessly, maybe Cassian wouldn’t be down there suffering because of him.

In the lab below, Rin’s gaze darkened. He’d watched Cassian endure wave after wave of mental assault without begging for mercy, and instead of admiration, all it stirred in him was deeper hostility.

Still, despite his hatred, Rin didn’t dare approach.

He kept his distance, arms crossed coldly as he said, “Keep being stubborn, and it won’t be long before your mind breaks entirely. You’ll spend the rest of your life a hollow shell. I’m giving you one last chance.”

But before he could finish his threat, Cassian slowly–painfully–lifted his head. In those striking eyes was a rising tide of bloodlust, dark and overwhelming.

The instant Rin met his gaze, a blinding jolt of pain tore through his skull. ‘What the hell was that-?!‘

At that very moment, Benedict, still hidden in the ceiling, seized his chance and tossed a small stone down through the gap.

What was that noise?

Reaching out carefully, he pressed his fingers to Cassian’s neck to check his temperature, then whispered, “Sir… are you okay?”