Allison’s POV:
I mind-linked Jamie about our little... situation. Or if you could even call him that. I explained everything—how I had it covered, and if he did anything, even twitched in a way that looked suspicious, the ground would split open and swallow him whole. Just a little warning in case he got any funny ideas.
We reached my mother’s resting place, the old oak tree she’d made her home beneath. The moment she saw it, I could practically feel the shock on Atreus’ side. He gasped, and I rolled my eyes in annoyance. My mother’s connection to the earth was strong, and her spirit had always been rooted here.
"Sweetheart," my mom called, clearly thrilled, but not at all aware of the being standing behind me. As soon as she looked up, her face softened into a frown upon seeing him.
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