Lila's POV
It was an odd night. It was a thick air, the sort that held on to your skin and told you that something terrible was about to happen. I held Aria close as I sat by the fire. Her small fingers gripped Woof firmly, and her body felt warm against mine.
She pointed to the sky and said, "Mama, stars?"
I made an effort to grin. "Yes, sweetheart. There are many stars tonight.
Although she giggled gently, I didn't find it endearing. The uneasiness that was creeping up my spine persisted. Kian stood a few steps away, looking into the darkness with his keen blue eyes.
His voice was low as he whispered, "Something's off."
I tightened my hold on Aria as I nodded. "I sense it too."
Selene came up from the camp's edge, her white hair gleaming in the firelight. Her eyes were stormy but
