Epilogue

“I can’t heal the dead, Ryan. There is nothing I can do.” I wanted to argue with him, but I could see he was just as angry and heartbroken as I was.

I tore my gaze away from Nico and looked down at my strong and courageous vampire. I couldn’t stop the tears from falling.

“Do not cry for me mi amor, I will see you again” he sounded so certain, almost like a promise.

“I love you, Melakai. I always wished you were real. And when I finally got my wish granted, I wasted so much time. I am so sorry, Kai. I swear on all that is holy in this world that I will avenge you and make anyone who hurt you suffer. You have my word.” I leaned down and kissed his cold, chapped lips. And then it all went black.

I awoke next to Nico on the bed. Before anyone could say anything, Nico grabbed me an