Chapter 72

CLAIRE's POV

“We need more dandelions!” a witch yelled.

I sighed and plucked a dandelion from its stem, placing it into the basket I cradled in my other hand. The empress had instructed each and everyone of us to perform this task of picking flowers.

The purpose of this task, was to gather enough ingredients for a potion, a potion that would revive the coven’s barrier, since Dominik had smashed it to bits.

I crouched down on the grass and surveyed the area for more dandelions to pick. I let out a long sigh as I slowly slipped deep into my thoughts. My mind replayed what Luis had told me about Dominik.

I was still in disbelief that Dominik had murdered a whole clan just for me. And yet here he was, giving me cold stares and telling me directly to my face that he had no iota of feelings for me.

Luis and I had talked some more and it felt like the night had lengthened. It felt nice to converse with him. I felt relaxed and at ease at his presence.

I swiped a bead of sweat that trickled