Darkness and peace. Death seems to be a void of light, leaving only darkness. At least here there is no killing, blood, or choices about paths to be taken. “Fillian, you are not dead.” As I turned, I saw a light and Selene walking through it. She is different this time. She isn’t my mother, but instead a tall slender goddess surrounded by light. Behind her lays Sasha. Before I could ask, Selene began. “Yes, my child Sasha is not well. You made a choice that will impact both your futures. You and she need rest.Your magic was drained from you to the point of death and Sasha may have given up the last of her strength for you. Only you know how this can be fixed.” “I must mate and be marked. Isn’t this choosing a path for me instead of me choosing a path?” I questioned. “No, my child. Since

