A Kiss And A Freefall

The Crown

I jerk upward in a sitting position, my heart beating in my throat. There is no way that Erick can be here. Zhen Xin has set up a barrier that can only be invaded by light magic users. Not even Edward can invade this barrier, unlike mine. The chances for Erick to pass through the veil are close to impossible. 

How did he get in here? No, why is he here? 

My throat is a desert as my eyes dart around me. I know I am in danger because Erick would never sneak into my room like this. Nor, would he stare at me like this. And to my absolute horror, I can't find Zhen Xin anywhere in the bed.