They successfully pulled Velicia out from the altar. Her unconscious body was limp but alive in Carl’s arms.
But now they stood at a dead end. Walls surrounded them on all sides. There were no doors and no visible exit.
Panic flashed in Cole’s eyes. What would they do now?
Cray bared his teeth, instinctively stepping in front of Velicia like he was shielding her from the encroaching dark.
Then they heard someone clapping behind them and turned.
Diane stepped into the hallway, flanked by two hybrids. Her white coat flared behind her like a cape.
“Well, go on,” she said with mockery. “You got your little prize. If you’re so clever, leave.”
Velicia stirred weakly in Carl’s arms, groaning softly as her lashes fluttered open.
Carl’s gaze snapped up to Diane.
“You’ve been reading a lo
