Chapter 16: A Rise Storm
Melissa’s POV
As I stood on the balcony of Kane's study, overlooking the forest that encircled the sanctuary, the morning air was thick with tension. The woods' usual peacefulness had given way to an uncomfortable silence as if the land itself sensed an impending storm.
I called, "Kane," in a quiet but firm voice.
His expression was grim as he turned away from the map that was lying on the table behind me. Hey Melissa, what is it?"
I covered myself with my arms and said, "I can feel it." "Something is going on outside. It is like... as though the rogues are getting closer.
He moved to stand next to me, making a tiny, grounding motion with his arm. "You're not mistaken," he said somberly. "Damon's been quite busy. Our scouts' reports verify that he is organizi
