Chapter 18: S1 Ethan: Pink Elephants

Ethan Cotter

"So, what happens next? Sadie chews on her quivering lower lip.

"Well, now, I bestow my blessings for this union." Agartha claps her hands together.

She's agreed to marking, to becoming a member of the clan, which seems like the lesser of

the two evils, but Ethan can't help but wonder what complications will grow from that choice.

What if after a year's time, she decides she no longer wants him? What then?

"I'll let the clans, covens, the Order, and the Creed of Council know the Kindred has until

dawn to complete the requirements of the marking ceremony." Agartha makes her way to the

door and opens it. "Cain, you have my blessing. I now leave you and your clan to proceed."

Cain walks to the door, locks it, and then draws the curtains closed. He approaches Sadie

and offers a hand. "When you're ready, you'll need to wear something else."