Emily’s perspective:

Grant sits up and pulls Austin down to himself, wrapping a strong arm around his neck. “Thank the goddess. I’m glad to see you, kid.”

Reluctantly pulling back from his friend, Austin speaks gently. “You have to get back to The Den, now. I don’t know how long things are going to hold together without you.”

“He’s right,” I agree. “You should go.”

“I know,” Grant answers shortly then jumps to ...