Kate's smirk faded slightly as she studied the group in front of her, her fingers still resting lightly on the hilt of her sword. Then, almost casually, she exhaled and said, "Your tenure is over."
Elijah's jaw tightened. "What?"
Kate's crimson-lined eyes gleamed in the torchlight. "The reign of the hunters is ending. You don't see it yet, but it's already happening."
Dexter stepped forward. "You don't know what you're talking about."
Kate chuckled, tilting her head. "Oh, but I do. You're fighting for a world that doesn't belong to you anymore."
Elena's breath hitched. "What are you saying?"
Kate's smirk widened. "The age of hunters is gone." She let the words settle before adding, "The age of Behemoth begins."
Silence.
With a snarl, Liam took a step forward, but Stacy grabbed his arm.
"I'll handle this," she said quietly.
Liam hesitated. Stacy never volunteered for anything.
