LORRY SPRINGSTONE'S / KELLY THOMPSON'S POV

Jason raises an eyebrow, waiting for me to continue.

I take a deep breath before explaining, "Eden's illness isn't natural. It's the result of a curse - a powerful one that's been slowly draining his life force. That's why none..." I say but can't finish my sentence as we approach the gates of the royal palace.

The head housemaid Tina comes rushing towards us, her face etched with worry.

"Thank the Moon Goddess you're back!" she exclaims, her eyes ...