Night Study (Soulfinders, #2)(131)

“Something drained the magic when we were connected,” Valek said. “Is that what Teegan meant?”

“I think so. But if that was the case, then what did the baby do with the magic? I didn’t regain my powers. Nothing happened. I don’t think so, anyway.”

“But this blocking power has grown stronger, right?”

“Yes.”

“Perhaps the baby is channeling the power back into the blanket?”

“Perhaps.”

“I guess time will tell if the baby’s responsible for your lost magic, love. In the meantime, you can neutralize a magician with a touch. That may come in handy over the next couple months.”

“As long as it doesn’t hurt our baby.”

“Of course.” Valek rested his hand on my stomach. “That’s what the upcoming battle is all about. Protecting our baby, giving him or her a chance for a peaceful life.”

“No, it isn’t.”

“No?”

“It’s about giving all the babies and all the people a chance for a peaceful life.”

“You know that’s impossible.”

“I know, but wouldn’t it be nice?” I asked.

“It’d be worth dying for.”

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS


Even though I spend plenty of hours working alone in my writing cave, none of my books could have been written without the help and support from many people, including my readers. They’re a constant source of joy and motivation.

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