Caius’s POV

I stirred in my sleep, trying to rise, but something heavy pressed against my legs.

I shifted again, but the weight wouldn’t budge. Looking down, I froze.

Selene. Her head rested on my lap.

Had she slept here all night?

I muttered to myself and carefully lifted her head, sliding my legs free without waking her. Gently, I carried her in my arms and laid her down in my bedroom.

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Minutes later, Selene woke and stepped into the sitting room.

“Director Caius?” Her brows furrowed when she didn’t see me. Panic flashed across her face.

Just then, smoke filled the air.

I dropped the pan, coughing as...