Selene POV

I clutched the handle of the bed, trying to mop the sweat off my face.

Kael left for an important meeting earlier. If not, I had no doubt he would have been here by now.

The heat came back worse today. Threatening to consume my whole being.

I bit my lip hard, trying to stop my tears.

Maybe I could ask for an ice bath.

I forced myself to stand. Took one step toward the door.

Everything turned blur, as I felt myself collapsing.

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When I opened my eyes, I was somewhere ...