Katelina jerked upright. Before her foot hit the floor, Samael was gone, a shadow flying out the window.

"Jorick?" she asked with a note of panic. "He doesn't mean she's here now?"

Jorick swung out of bed and pulled his pants on. "I don't know. Stay here."

"Where are you going? The sun's coming up!"

"There are no windows in the corridor. I'll be right back. Stay here." He emphasized the final words as he unlocked the door and hurried out.

Katelina ...