Chapter 51

I step through the portal, make my way to the steps, and see Elina leaning against the door.

“What are you waiting for? Aren’t you going in?” She turns and wraps her hands around my neck.

“I was waiting for you.” She takes my hand, smiles before she kisses and pulls away.

“You’re worried about seeing Cass,” I say once our lips part.

“Hey, stay out of my head.” She pouts. I chuckle and ruffle her hair.

“I wasn’t reading your mind. I can feel your emotions, and right now, you’re.”

“Anxious. I don’t know if I can forgive her, but she’s my best friend.”

“You’ll work through it.”

“What if we can’t?”

“Then I’ll be your best friend.”

“I’ll still have Iris.”

“I’m much