Chapter 9

The day had not gone right.

There had been too much bloodshed, too much anger swirling through the masses, and he could no longer fight the urge to flee the company of his brothers. As always, he sought solace amongst the mortals, his heart drawing him to the state of Nevada, a yearning beckoning him to the City of Sin. But as he headed in that direction, he took a detour, coming to this little-known oasis, some hidden desire tugging at him.

Samuel stood and gazed upon his reflection.