Chapter 19: Ember's Fate

The world around Tris bursts into flames as she finds herself unable to move. She can’t see anything beyond the smoke, but Ember is somewhere on the other side calling for her.

“Mama,” the little dragon cries, fear and panic in her voice.

Tris tries to call out to her, but her mouth won’t form any words. She’s choking; the smoke is thicker than any fog she’s ever seen.

“Mama,” Ember screams again.

Tris shoots up in the bed, looking around the darkened room absolutely panic-stricken.

“Ember,” she sobs, suddenly overcome by the absence of her dragon.

Nick stirs beside her and his eyes fly open.

“Are you okay?” he asks, taking her into his arms while she cries.

Tris manages to tell him about the dream after he calms her down. As they lie in the dim light, Nick bends down and kisses the top of her head.

“We will talk with Draco tomorrow about forming a rescue party. Until then, do you think you can manage more sleep?” he says, sounding half asleep himself.