CALIFF

Shadow and I rushed downstairs. I spotted Everlee in the middle of the receiving area. She was shaking, pacing, and looking like she had been crying.

“Califf, Shadow, you have to help me.” She ran towards us. Her eyes were red, and her hands were shaking. “Please, I’m begging you.”

“Calm down, tell us what happened.” Shadow helped her to the couch and turned to Zack. “Please, bring her some water to drink.”

“Right away.”

I sat across them, but my heart was ...