The second Matteo’s words echoed in my head, I was already on my feet.

I didn't even process Raven's startled gasp as I shoved myself off the bed, my bare feet hitting the cold floor with urgency. My heart hammered in my chest like a war drum as I strode across the room, every nerve on high alert.

Behind me, I heard her scramble after me.

"Xander! Wait! What did he say?" Raven called.

"Stay here," I ordered without looking back.

"Like hell I will," she snapped, her footsteps fast behind me.

I threw the doors open and stormed down the hallway. I didn’t care if my people saw me...