Chapter 55: Lean In

“I need you to help me with Ava,” Everett added. Vivian felt the blood rushing back to her face as she realized she completely misunderstood what Everett needed from her at this moment. Unfortunately, he did not need her in the way she wanted him to.

“I’m sorry, but I think she is right.”

“What do you mean?”

“I think she should meet with her coven. As she said, this is witch's business.”

“How can you say that?”

“Everett, Ava has harnessed this great, ancient power. It's magical. What are we going to be able to do to help her?”

“They will not protect her.”

“How do you know that?” Everett released her hand, falling back into his chair, defeat all over his face. Vivian suddenly realized there was a history there. “Tell me.”