The Harbinger (A Fight for Light Novel Book 2) by Nikki Landis Read Free Book Online

three of the guys were obviously in a tight competition, each trying to be the best. Kellen was the best swordsman, I thought proudly. Tristan was an amazing archer, and I learned he was the head of that division in the Guardian army. Seasnan was a skilled fighter too, just not quite as good as Kellen. I’m sure that was a source of tension.
    “Rhiannon.” Kayleigh broke my train of thought. “I wanted to talk to you about something.”
    Her voice was hesitant, very unlike her. I smiled warmly.
    “You can ask me whatever you like.”
    She smiled back, her dimple so like her brother’s. “I don’t quite know how to begin…um, you know that Kellen was Guardian to another young woman, right?”
    “Yes,” I told her slowly, “he hasn’t said much about her. I’ve wanted to know more but didn’t know how to approach him about it.”
    She nodded. “Yes, well, her name was Renee. Kellen became her guardian several years ago. It was his first real assignment on the other side. He experienced a lot during that time…” She trailed off. “He was so open back then, to new possibilities, to meeting new people, to life.”
    “Yes, I can see that in him. He never mentioned her name, but he did say that her family gave him the Hummer,” I told her thoughtfully.
    “Yes…well, he never says her name…to anyone. They started dating after a time and got kind of serious. He brought her here just once…it didn’t go well. Mother instantly felt that she was wrong for him. They didn’t want the same things. She was…flirty with the other guys and not very um, constant in her affection.” She winced as if in pain. “Kellen felt it deeply…he truly thought she loved him. I believe he took it very hard.” She paused and cleared her throat, clearly upset about the memory.
    “I see,” I replied softly. No wonder he refused to discuss it. She broke his heart.
    “He…it took a long time for him to come around. It wasn’t that he loved her that much…I think it was the rejection that got to him. Anyway, time passed and the wound healed. When word came and it was decided that Kellen should go as your Guardian, he had to be convinced. He was afraid of the same thing happening, I think. But…also it meant he would have to see her again.” Her voice was low, and I had to strain to hear her.
    “Ah, that makes sense. I know he is staying at their home.” I could not keep the hurt sound out of my voice.
    “Rhiannon, he…only went on the condition that she would not be at the house while he was there. She is away at college. I’m certain they have not spoken.” She took a deep breath and glanced at her brother. “I’m only telling you all of this because I can see...we all can see…how very much in love with you he is. I have never seen him so happy before. He was never like this with her. I don’t believe he loved her at all. If I asked him right now I know he would confirm it.”
    She placed a hand on mine. “I want him to be happy…and I think you two are perfect for each other. I just want you to know…our family likes you very much.” Her voice was wavering a little.
    Tears filled my eyes. “Thank you Kayleigh. This means so much to me. I really like all of you too.” My voice was as emotional sounding as hers.
    We hugged each other and grinned, both of us wiping our tears and smiling. Kellen walked over to us, an eyebrow raised.
    “What are you two up to?” He asked with humor.
    “Nothing, just a little girl talk.” I winked at Kayleigh and she laughed.
    He folded his arms and pretended to scowl, but quickly gave it up and ran back to the guys.
    “Kayleigh?” I asked her, my voice low.
    “Yes?”
    “I just want you to know…how very much I love him. Honestly, he is my whole world. I’m hoping…someday…” I couldn’t say more since my voice choked up.
    “Yes, I know. That’s why I told you. You needed to understand why…we are all so protective of him around here. Mother says you are the