Madeline's POV

I opened my eyes, expecting to see the clouds above me in the paradise of the countess. Instead, I woke up and saw the white ceiling of the small cabin where Uriel and I sealed the bond. I bit my lower lip and was slightly worried because I did not see the countess in her dreams.

Must I be tired of not passing by her?

I held my head because it had a pang on the other side. I tried sitting up while holding it. My body was so sore I struggled to sit up. I gritted my teeth because ...