Chapter 41: Not So Fast

"Bring him to me, first," I blurt out, "H-he was fascinated by this place and I promised I'd show him around when he came back."

"That can wait, Katie." Zack takes a sip of water, "He can't be away for too long."

Dominic reaches for my hand, glancing up at Zack, "Skylar is new to the Realm," his eyes go to Emily, "I think it would be a good idea for Kate to spend a little time with him first."

Zack lets out a breath and places his fork down, "Maybe you're right," his elbow goes to the table and he turns to Emily, who's smiling but I can tell she's forcing it.

"Then it's settled," I interrupt before Zack can change his mind, "Let me know when Gideon brings him back," I take a bite of cake, "I won't keep him long."

Emily takes a huge gulp of wine and then slams the glass back down on the table. A wave of red wine splashes down on the white tablecloth, bleeding into the fabric like fresh blood.