Cole.

I pressed my forehead against the hilt of the dagger as my body leaned against the base of the tree. Tears streamed down my face as I strived to breathe. My wings were spread out to the sides as I sat on the grass.

I did not want to do it. Not in the slightest bit. But I knew that if I died, the task would be done... Rune would be gone, and she would be safe.

A sob came out of me again as I gripped the blade in my hand and gritted my teeth. My phone started vibrating again, and I squeezed my eyes shut, causing more...