The suspense in the room is thick. You can feel it. You can almost taste it. What Raven is suggesting sounds almost impossible. After what she’s told us about the spell, could it really be this simple? Just find a way to stop the spell without releasing Kaden? “Is that even possible?” Jason murmurs, doubt flickering in his eyes. “That’s what I’ve been trying to figure out these past few days,” Raven replies. “I’ve been researching ways to deal with the spell without unleashing Kaden.” I want to believe her. I really do. And though I still carry doubts, hope is beginning to bloom inside me… It’s a war—hope and doubt both fighting for dominance. My eyes drift toward Alec... only to find his gaze already locked on mine. I frown slightly. That same look from last night is still there. Sti

