Jimmie POVMy head felt like it was in a vice. Every beat of my heart was a dull thud against my skull, a rhythmic reminder that the sun was beginning to dip, and with it, Nathaniel’s chances of survival. I paced the length of our private chambers, my boots silent on the heavy rugs, but the silence only made the noise in my head louder.I looked at the unmade bed, the familiar scent of cedar and musk—Devon’s scent clinging to the pillows. It should have been a comfort, but right now, it felt like an accusation. I was a traitor in my own sanctuary.How do I do this? I thought, my hands trembling. How do I take the one thing he’s holding onto for strength?Suddenly, my phone buzzed in my pocket. The vibration felt like an electric shock. I swiped it open, my eyes scanning the screen.Unknown Number: Your time is running out, dear Luna. Tik tok... tik... tok...A cold shiver, sharp as a needle, raced down my spine. The phone slid from my numb fingers, clattering onto the hardwood floor.
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