I run straight into Sebastian, nearly losing my balance as I let out a huff.

Of course, he just happens to be here. He seems to have a habit of roaming the halls at night and being perfectly placed where I can bump into him.

“Hera?” he says. “Are you all right?”

I’m shaking uncontrollably, but I hide my hands behind me so he can’t see. I don’t know if I’m ready to share this with anyone yet. Not until I wrap my own head around it. ...