Shylah After Ethan and Khalil went to the packhouse, my mother and father came over. I knew what they wanted to know. It turns out that our parents were good friends before we were even born. I am so pleased that they are friends, so we don't have to worry about getting together for the holidays. "Shylah?" My mom said, but it was more of a question. "Yes, mom." "Have you decided on what you want to do with the spell? I want you to know that we will respect and honor your decision, whatever it may be." Everyone was staring at me with heavy minds, wanting to know my decision. I was standing up. I just came out of the kitchen. I went and sat beside Quinn. He is my safe haven. I feel secure and relaxed with him. "Well, I have decided that I," I paused and inhaled deeply and exhaled. "I

