When Kade stood up, he walked silently to the entrance of his chamber. His steps were soft and tender. He opened the door swiftly, only to find no one there. His brows furrowed. The hallway was empty. The silence stretched unnaturally, disturbed only by the occasional creak of the wooden door. He was sure he’d heard footsteps. But now, it was like the person had vanished into thin air.
He rubbed a hand through his hair, frustration heavy in the motion, and stepped back into the room, shutting the door gently behind him.
He walked to the bed, each step slower than the last. The thought of who was ease dropping still lingered as he sat beside Mira, and gently pulled her into his arms. Her body remained limp, pale, and cold. Her skin had lost its glow, and her lips were drained of color. Ka
