Jennifer’s POV
Three moons later, in the dead of night, I was half-dreaming when a shadowy figure perched on the edge of my bed and startled me. As fear gripped me, I was about to scream when he muffled my mouth.
“Hush, it’s just me,” in the pitch darkness I recognised Ryan’s voice.
Gradually calming down, I pushed his hand away. “What brings you here?”
“Inviting you to a grand spectacle,” he smirked.
“At this hour?” I eyed him sceptically, noting the absence of any ticket in his grasp.
Ryan smiled knowingly and explained, “Figuratively,”
“Is this related to the seal?” I theorised.
“Aye.”
My interest piqued and I sat up abruptly. “Why didn’t you wake me sooner?”
“I hesitated, seeing you in such peaceful slumber. I didn’t want to disturb you,” He said softly.
“If I had no wish to
