As I returned to my room that morning, my body felt renewed. My muscles clenched as my brain felt better than it did in the last couple of days.

Avalyn had a way of touching my very soul and bringing me that extra effect I didn't even know I was missing.

I got to my room and pushed the door gently open, not wanting to wake Willow.

"Where did you sleep last night?"

Her voice welcomed me the moment I stepped foot inside. I cringed inwardly as I banked on meeting her asleep.

I didn't tell her where I was going when I left the table at the banquet last...