Victoria’s POV
I ran down the path to the car. The driver looked at me, confused.
Phone, I said, out of breath.
He handed me the satellite phone.
Dad, dad... I started to cry. Makarius got Cadmus...
Victoria, listen to me. Come home, and we’ll make a plan.
I can’t. He said he'd kill him if I used the animals or got any help. I wanted to argue, my fingers tightening on the phone, but I remembered the rules. My gift lets me talk to animals and call them for help, but every time I use it, I risk exposing myself. Makarius is always watching for signs of magic. If he thinks I’m using my powers, he’ll hurt anyone I care about. Using my abilities now would only put Cadmus in more danger. Makarius isn’t afraid to punish people close to me if he senses a threat. That’s why I can’t risk it.
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