Thalia
A warning note? My pulse quickened.
Why would Zayden tell me this?
I glanced at the camera, then slipped into the narrow corner beside the shower.
I unfolded the note one last time, tore it into small pieces, and shoved them into my mouth. I chewed quickly, forcing myself to swallow until nothing remained.
After a steadying breath, I stepped back into view.
Isolde would be here any minute.
A knock came almost immediately.
I opened the door.
Isolde paused on the threshold for a moment, her eyes settling on me before she stepped inside. She smiled faintly.
"Hello, Raleigh. How have you been?" she asked.
"I'm good, thank you," I said.
I closed the door behind her.
She walked over to the couch and sat down.
I stayed by the door for a moment before crossing the room and
