Erica:

We got to Dante's office and I was washed over with anxiety. Javier looked at me and his hand brushed against mine.

“Are you alright? You seem tense."

I managed a smile and gave a nod.

“I'm alright. I'm just thinking about yesterday at the hospital. I expect him to be sour towards you.”

Javier chuckled.

“I wouldn't be too worried about that."

I gave a sigh and we went inside. I passed the head of the council and his behind Javier and had him shuffle forward towards the staircase that led upstairs.

“What is…”

“Keep moving," I whispered violently to him.

Javier said nothing and moved forward, shielding...