Ethan's POV

I had set up everything needed for the location spell and Layla handed me a small bottle containing her blood

"Do you need help performing the spell? I could perform it with you" Layla offered

"Don't worry I can handle this, I remain Guardian of The Hell Gates after all" I assured and Layla nodded

I wanted to continue the spell but I wasn't quite comfortable with Layla's mood, she did brighten up with Ivan's arrival but it was quite obvious, her sadness still remains

"On a second thought, I could use your help with the spell" I said

"Why all of a sudden? Thought you are the...