The yellow light surrounding Detrick, Cecilia, the demon, and the baby began to fade. Detrick’s eyes were locked on the sapphire around Cecilia’s neck.

The light faded fully until it winked out inside the precious yellow stone.

Cecilia then slumped into his arms exhausted. He supported both her and the baby as he searched their surroundings.

They stood alone in a pristine green glade. He could smell salt in the air and heard the cries of ...