Chapter twenty-nine - Leila

"Run, run as fast as you can, you can't catch me, I'm faster than you." I cackle, sprinting ahead and aiming for the dense woodland, knowing that Cain will struggle to get through them as quickly as I can.

I dive into a hole in a tree, backing up as far as possible and holding my hand over my face to cover the sound of my breathing.

His heavy footsteps get closer and I have to resist the urge to giggle as he stomps past my hideout.

"Come out, come out wherever you are." He taunts, stopping to listen for any noise.

Suddenly, I feel two hands grab me under the arms and lift me through the roots above me.

"I found you, little red." He grins, his eyes twinkling with amusement.

"Oh, Mr big bad wolf, what sharp teeth you have." The ring on my left hand sparkles in the fading light as I use my thumb to expose his beautiful white teeth.

"Mmmm, all the better to eat you." He smirks, tugging me close and whispering in my ear. "Let me demonstrate before the woodsmen ruins our fun."

His lips mee