”I love you,” I whispered to James and then plunged the needle into my neck. Pressing out all of the liquid and letting it enter my veins and my blood system. The syringe contained Lobelia extract.

It made you lose focus for a moment, and losing focus when you're a wizard or a witch could be your doom. Natasha had told me about it some time ago, and I remembered it. It was perfect for my last resort plan.

I took out a knife from my sweater and placed it on the ground. I ...