“Darling, you’re okay,” Kieran said gently as they arrived back at Jeremiah’s house. He held her by the shoulders and looked her in the eyes. “Look at me,” he added.
Celestia’s hands were shaking, her breathing uneven.
“I heard it again,” she whispered, panic rising in her voice. “The voice... it came back when I was angry.” Tears welled up in her eyes. Kieran cupped her face in his hands, keeping her steady.
“Breathe, baby,” he whispered. “You have to breathe,” he added, cupping her face.
Celestia closed her eyes and followed his voice. Slowly, her breathing began to settle, the tension in her chest easing little by little. Kieran didn’t let go. He stayed right there, keeping her grounded, waiting until she opened her eyes again.
While Kieran comforted Celestia, Adelaide was walk
