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~Tove

I chew on my oatmeal, staring out the window.

Sleep didn't come easily last night. My head is muddled this morning, but my anger has dispersed. Now, I want a cure for Mary more than ever, and if it means putting up with Keo, I'll do it.

He strides into the dining room, falling into a seat at the far end.

I stop chewing. Does he always have to look like that?

"Eat as much as possible. We will be working on your magic today," he says, adjusting his gloves.

I put my spoon down. Breakfast was already waiting for me when I came down this morning, even in Keo's absence. I've been looking around for staff, but I've found nothing.

Keo and I are completely alone up here.

"Already?" I don't even feel my powers humming under my skin anymore.

"You think we should delay?" He raises a brow.

"No..."

That means I'll be here longer than I need to be. This manor is so stunning, especially with the view of the expansive sea that stretches endlessly toward the horizon.

But that isn't enough for me