Everyone was mourning Mercedes's imminent demise. The air was heavy with the weight of their collective sorrow and grief. Mercedes was certain to die. It seemed that way. They were all starting to think that all hope was lost and nothing could be done. Tears had dried up in Felix's eyes. He could no longer cry anymore. He was in a state of shock. Everything was reeling in his mind yet refusing to accept the thought of having lost his mate. He grew numb to the coldness of Mercedes's body. He ...