Chapter 26 - The Fiery Pits of Hell

“Power?” I asked in disbelief. How would his daughter having the fire magic help him get Power.

“Because Nova will inherit the St Leger title, and with it she would become the matriarch of the family. She will be power. In turn Lucien will be the highest ranking male member of the family. He can control Nova, use her for his own means. All with very little cost to himself.”

“I cannot believe that any man, no father, would risk condemning their own child purely for his own gain. It seems so cold hearted.”

“Like I said, Lucien is a ruthless demon. He has no heart Avalon. Like most demons in the underworld. He does not care that you are his niece, he did not care that Oona was his sister. He would most certainly not care that Nova is his daughter.”

“What is Nova like? Do you think she would allow him to use her?” I ask, curious about my cousin who, until today, I had no idea existed.

“Why the sudden interest Lonnie?” Lucas asked with a glint in h