Chapter II
Seth
HESRAH’S ROOM FELT SO FAMILIAR, even in the dim light of the twilight. Seth remembered every detail, every piece of the shabby décor, her scent, her books, and the careless mess that reigned here. Hesrah hadn’t changed a bit. As her steps brought her closer, he slipped out the window and up the old oak guarding it.
She walked in, looking worn out. Seth wasn’t surprised, not with the stress of the past week and the ruthless workout she had submitted herself to. She looked pale and worried and she reached out to the glass of water without even looking at it. She drank it all and lay down on the bed, probably thinking it would be for a minute, a little rest before going to the portal. But she wouldn’t wake up until morning; the tasteless drops from Magnus would take care of
