Kade tried to hide the tremor that started in his hands and rose up his arms, an uncomfortable tingling that made him take deep breaths so as not to show weakness. Sweat ran down his temples, cold, while his body burned inside. Every muscle seemed to pulse with its own force, as if it wanted to break through his skin.

Selena noticed before he said anything. She approached him with a sweet smile and a soft voice, her hand resting on his arm with studied gentleness.

“You need to ...