CHAPTER THIRTEEN

Caitlin sat there, her heart pounding, as Caleb sat across from her, reading the scroll with concern on his face.

She couldn’t believe it. It had been such a magical moment, one of the peak moments of their relationship, and she had felt that she and Caleb were on the brink of getting so much closer. And then that stupid bird had to appear, out of nowhere, diving down like a messenger of death.

Whatever the letter had to say, she couldn’t stand the suspense anymore. Her heart now pounded, not with love and excitement, but with fear and dread.

With love, it had been signed. That could only mean one thing. It was from Sera. Who else would sign it that way?

Caitlin’s body shook with anger. Always, at every turn, Sera somehow managed to be a thorn in her side.

“Well?” Caitlin finally asked, with more anger in her voice than she would have liked. But she couldn’t stand waiting anymore.

Caleb finally looked up, a mix of concern and sorrow across his face.

“It is from Sera,” Caleb said