The flames dancing in front of me pop loudly. I can almost hear Silas’ voice, this situation feels so familiar, so it is no surprise when I hear a soft step behind me.
“Why did you run?” He would ask me.
“Because I needed to be alone.” I would answer.
“Did it fix the problem?” He would question, and I would sigh.
“No, but it felt good.” And it did. For a little while. I close my eyes
“How did you find me?” I ask of my shadow.
“You have mated and carry a Shifter child within you, and the very blood of the Gods runs in your veins, and yet you are so imperceptive still.” He walks around to crouch across the fire from me, tilting his head slightly. Something twitches behind him that I can’t quite see, and there is something wrong with his eyes. I want to move closer, but he his
