I returned to the house in shock, my good mood had already disappeared. Edmond wouldn't stop searching every corner and was determined to capture and bring me back.

Ted walked me back to my room. His face was full of worries. I forced a smile to pretend I was okay, but I knew my panic had betrayed me. He patted me on the shoulder, smiled, and left the room.

Sitting in a daze before the window, I hugged my arms and looked out. However, my thoughts had traveled far ...