The cold seeps into my bones, the ache in my wrists a constant companion as I plan, wait, and hope. *** Verena I wake up in the middle of the night, my heart pounding as if trying to escape my chest. I can’t shake the feeling that something is wrong, a sense of urgency gnawing at me. Without thi
Verena Kris arrives not long after dawn, her expression serious as she takes in my anxious stance. “Good morning, Verena. Axton told me you’re needing assistance with a tracking spell?” Kris’s voice is calm, a stark contrast to the storm of emotions inside me. “Yes, thank you for coming so quickl
The thought alone terrifies me. Axton’s fingers fly over his phone screen as he steps away to make the call. I clench the scarf tighter, feeling its texture ground me to the moment, to the reality of what we’re about to do. Kris’s hand rests reassuringly on my shoulder, reminding me I'm not alone i
Niklaus Pain surges through me as I slowly regain consciousness. My body feels like it’s been crushed, every movement sending waves of agony through my battered limbs. I’m slumped against a cold, hard wall, the rough surface scraping against my back. They’ve done a number on me, alright. I try to
Yeah, they’ve done a number on me, but I’m too cocky, too stubborn to show them any pain. When I get out of these chains, there’s going to be hell to pay, and I plan to deliver it personally. ***Fuck. Pain throbs through every inch of my body as I drift back to consciousness, the grimy floor of m
Verena The night before we leave for Las Vegas, anxiety knots tightly within me, refusing to let sleep claim me easily. But eventually, exhaustion wins out, and I drift into a restless slumber. My dreams, usually fragmented and confusing, coalesce into a vivid, powerful scene tonight. I find mysel
Kris’s eyes widen, a mixture of surprise and curiosity lighting them up. “The Moon Goddess? That’s a rare blessing, darling! Tell me everything.” I take a deep breath, gathering my thoughts, the details of the dream still clear and sharp in my mind. “She told me that the mate bond with Lucan was n
Niklaus When I open my eyes, the familiar, harsh edges of the cell greet me, but the pain that had been a constant companion is notably absent. I shift slightly, testing my limbs, surprised to find myself free of chains and feeling stronger. Someone fucking healed me completely. My mind races, t