Chapter 5

Katie.

I watched as my best friend took her last breath. My heart sank. Tears flowed on their own, and before I knew It, I was on my knees cradling her lifeless body.

Five months earlier.

It was nearing dawn, and the sky lit up this beautiful orange and yellow color. I walked along the stone path that led Into woods only Amanda, Brinley, and I knew. We call It are secret getaway.

The breeze was warm as It blew; I wanted to cuddle In Its warmth. My day had not gone as planned, and I needed to be alone.

I was nearly nineteen and still haven't found my mate, my mind won't stop thinking about the outcome If I don't see him?. Slavery isn'