#Chapter 225 A Howl of Agony

“Daisy, please don’t ask me to shift,” Diana begged. “I must help Mark get through the ritual. He is in agony.” As much as Diana was hurting, her thoughts were for Mark. It reminded me that not just my happiness was at stake. “Mark, you must believe me. Completing the ritual will end our pain,” she pleaded. “I’ll always treasure my bond with you. Please don’t spoil the memories I will have of us with violence. There will be another for you someday.” The priestess realized the danger. “Step back now, and continue to pray with me while I sever the bond,” she ordered Victor. After he returned to Alex’s side, she turned to me. “Daisy, do you wish this bond to be forever broken?” “Yes, I do,” I said. “William, do you wish to be free of this bond also?” the priestess asked. “Yes!” exploded from his mouth. His upturned features and bulging throat told me he was still struggling with Mark and his own pain. His efforts were impressive. The prieste