Talk with Riley

Two weeks have passed and as the days passed, the hunt for the demon killer intensified, each lead leading to a dead end or another grisly discovery. I kept my silence, burying the knowledge I held deep within me.

The truth was a heavy burden, one I couldn't bear to share, not even with Aurelia or anyone else. It wasn't just about protecting myself anymore; it was about protecting them, shielding them from the darkness that threatened to engulf our family.

With a heavy heart, I made my way to Jade's room in the castle. Riley had been spending more time secluded their lately, Riley and I since or argument we hadn't talk much but this time I needed to talk to her. I hoped that maybe, just maybe, I could find some solace in her presence, a fleeting moment of respite from the chaos that surrounded us.