Veronica POV
She couldn’t believe Alaric had kept a Siren locked away down here—for over a century. The thought of being trapped in a cell for even a day made her stomach twist. A hundred years? It was horrifying. And cruel. It was time this woman finally got her freedom.
“It’s through here,” Seraphina said, leading them down a dark hallway and gesturing to a thick, iron-reinforced door. Veronica and Brax followed close behind, but just before Seraphina pushed it open, Veronica touched Brax’s arm and stopped him.
“Maybe you should stay here,” she said.
He frowned, about to argue, but she gently pressed a finger to his lips. His eyes widened slightly at the gesture, but he didn’t pull away.
“If she screams…” Veronica hesitated. “Siren screams don’t just lure—they shatter. You’re not im
