7 Thorne “The bond between transcendents presses up from the quantum level, is driven by multiple universes and dimensions, and compounds through both force and memory.” – Empress Ophelia, The Lost Book of Transcendents Godwin leads Meimi down the main corridor. I keep a safe distance behind them, on alert for any sign of threats or danger. Meanwhile, every corner of my soul wants me to pull my girl into a hug and congratulate her on a job well done. Those tests were impossible, and she aced each one. Plus, Godwin is a sadistic scumbag. No food or water? Who does that? Even so, Meimi kept pushing the doctor’s buttons. More than once, I almost burst out laughing. Fortunately, my body’s still healing from the fight with Cole. Nothing like pain to help you keep a straight face. At the end

