Chapter 55

My parents' car is parked outside the house when I come tearing in. I know that if I go in now then I won't get a moment of peace. There will be an interrogation on my behavior there's no way to tell them what I know.

Turning out of the driveway, I head to Abrego. I need to talk to Hekate, and I need to do it in a place where I'm protected. Abrego is the only other place I can think of.

I don't even bother shutting the car door as I rush to Avianna's hut. As I sprint along the dirt road, my eyes catch Mira and Ilya coming out the house. Their eyes are burning brightly as they stare at me. Obviously, Kennedy has given them a call.

Avianna is in her garden when I come racing up, "Alora, what's-"

"I need to use your room," I look over my shoulder. Mira is stalking towards us, "Please. My house isn't a good place."

"This way," She grabs my hand and leads me to the gardening shed. I'm initially confused why until she opens the door and reveals a trapdoor in the center of the wooden floor,