Zerina’s point of view

I can't recall why that name sounded familiar. All I know is that it made a strange shiver crawl down my spine.

Before I could ask more, Shea sighed, her voice sounded cautious. "Zerina, I'll dig deeper into this family but in the meantime, be careful, okay?"

"Yes, I will.”

She ended the call.

Silence filled the room, pressing down on me. My stomach growled loudly, shattering the quiet in the room.

I blinked, startled. Right. I checked the time on my ...