Fated to the Demon Queen
I feel Aylin’s gaze boring into me, and despite wanting to meet her eyes, I allow myself to join in on the victory cries.
Not only had both Samirah and I survived, but it was over. Silas’ reign of terror was over. We had finally done it, we’d succeeded. I open my eyes and meet Samirah’s tear filled eyes instantly as the tremor in the Earth finally dissipates and we’re allowed to stand up. I never imagined living to experience this moment, but here I was.
Still feeling Aylin’s eyes burning a hole in my back, I finally turn to meet her gaze. When she meets my eyes, I notice her fists clenching, but she only offers me a smirk before turning away. Unable to watch her walk away from me again, I c