Chapter 212: The Curse of Loving You

Chapter 212: The Curse of Loving You

The morning temperatures reached below normal range.

A freezing wind entered the wooden shelter that offered safety to their group. The forest let fox spirits listen to its hidden knowledge but within the space silence became a deadly presence.

Anita moved under the light blanket and opened her eyes to the weak dawn light. The bed beside her was cold.

Her eyes snapped open.

"Jace?"

No answer.

A deep fear pressed against her ribcage when she moved the blankets off her body. She moved across the floor without shoes and entered the main room. At the fireplace Jace continued to put items into his leather bag while looking away from her.

A strong aroma of pine and ash stayed with him but a sense of permanent departure filled the space.

"Where are you going?" She spoke while still sleepy but her tone revealed deep inner anxiety.