In the heartland of Illinois, lies more than werewolves and vampires; gargoyles are what creep the land of never before seen rural areas of Illinois. Ace is amongst the many creatures, and is the one with a destiny that is granted every one-thousand years to various creatures. What once was a normal life, now transformed into a test of skill, killing, betrayal, choices, sacrifice, and luck. Ivory is the key to confirming Ace's ticket to forever living with the Immortalis; however, with a vampire after her as well, and her father returning, how will the prophecy be completed, and who will get Ivory to the throne first? No one knows, except the Council.
In order for either of them to succeed, they must solve the murder of Sir Johnson, and the death of the late Ruler, Miles Liverstone.
Twenty-four hours has been set, who will make it to the end?

Timed

The cellar door swung open, I lay on my bed, listening to footsteps that quickly walk past my cell. I hear faint whispers, they were coming directly from the outside of the cell. 


A guard had not spoken. He handcuffed the prisoner with new cuffs, and led him up the stairs. Just before the door closed, I ran towards the door; however, the intensity of my own cuffs had pulled me back, my side hitting the ground. I wailed out a cry. “Don't hurt him,” I whimpered. 


I slowly got back to my feet, “Eustace?” I whispered. 


I heard silence. The silence was the only friend I had for now. 


“Calm down, child.” I heard my mom whisper. 


I glanced around. “Where's daddy?” I asked. 


Her face fell from the usual smile that she wore. She let go of my hand and walked out of the room. 


Chapter 16