10. Something Deadly

'He is the sin and the betrayal . He tarnishes white with his bleeding black.' - Bloodsongs.

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(Art)

Art had spent a lot of time in her room. After Paula and Matt left, he had sat with her until she fell back asleep.

When he made sure she was finally safe, he did some protective spell and cast it around her bed. He knew it wouldn't stop the nightmare, but it would make he safe from feeling any real physical injuries had the nightmare came back again.

He made a note to himself to make a protective charm for her. He looked at her one last time. "Stay safe, Rory."

She mumbled in her sleep. He smiled a little as he pulled her blanket up and then he closed the door. He said goodbye to Matt and Paula who was sitting on the living room, nervously waiting for him.

"She is alright, now." He said to them and their face relaxed.

"Thanks, Art. It is really- I don't know what I would have-" Paula looked at him without finishing her words. He understood what she was coming to say. He no