17 Shauna “Paulo something feels wrong,” I murmur as we crouch at the edge of the forest. The camps are quiet, not a single soulless Dark One in sight, not even a watchman. “You feel it too? I thought it was just me. We have to move, though.” “Of course, we have to move. I just can’t shake it.” The feeling hangs in the air like the chill that comes after the rain. I know what you mean. I say we talk like this from now on. But careful, don’t say anything important they might be listening in. His voice gently settles into my head echoing slightly. After Serena spoke to me, mind communication was something we practiced. I still couldn’t initiate a conversation but, I could block him, shove him out, and end a conversation, which was a good start. I nod in approval then point to us then t

