Chapter 76

~Rose~

It's been a while since he contacted me. Ever since I completed the blood ritual, he taught me. He always contacted me with different numbers; I could never reach him first. All I know is that he always uses a number ending in 008. That's why I was so sure it was him, and I was so happy.

I ensured the door to my room was locked, and then I answered the phone as I walked to my bed.

"Rose here," I said as the phone connected.

"Hello, Rose. How are you?" he asked. I knew it wasn't his authentic voice because it was different every time he called me, but it gave me a sense of comfort.

"I'm doing well. You? Why don't you ever call me?" I asked as I landed on the bed.

He laughed softly. "I'm sorry. I've been busy," he replied.

"What are you doing?" I asked.

"Lots of things. Too much to tell you," he replied.

"I want to tell you something. The ritual worked. Mom is finally awake, and it's going well. Thank you. None of this would have happened if it wasn't for your help. Look, I don't