RAFAEL 

My head is a mess. Ever since the encounter with Linda, the Seer confirmed what I feared.

The curse is powerful enough to eat her alive. And it all depends.

Depends on how much she loves me.

On how strong the bond between us truly is.

I can't sleep. Even though Lila tries her best to make me feel okay... I just can't.

I turn to the other side of the bed, eyes fixed on the bathroom door.

I'm waiting for her to come out.

She steps out, towel wrapped around her chest, water dripping down her collarbone. Her legs, long and graceful, trail seductively toward me.

My breath...