Katelina backed up a step and stared wildly towards the ceiling. Even if she screamed until she was hoarse, she doubted Jorick would hear her. But if she lost the Heart to Sorino- She needed to buy time. Jorick would notice she was missing and look for her.

Hesitantly, Katelina unzipped her coat and fumbled the Heart from its hiding place. It was warm from the close proximity to her body, and the heat felt good in her bare hand.

Sorino left it in her palm, but ...