Sharla rushed to the kitchen for a calming drink and was on the stairs when she overheard voices whispering. They were discussing Dante and her. She stopped to listen and heard the speaker urging Dante to talk to her before leaving, warning him that he might lose her to a mortal. Dante expressed his feelings for Sharla but was unsure of how she truly felt about him. Sharla couldn't bear the thought of losing him and rushed to stop him from leaving. She laid her hand on his chest and pleaded with him not to go. Drako, who had been with them, disappeared into dust with a smile. Dante kissed Sharla's hand and asked if they could talk.
Nico stood at the top of the staircase, his heart sinking as he watched Dante lead Sharla away. He cursed himself for not speaking up sooner. He turned and wal
