Chapter 224: The Unseen Cost
Anita started waking as the first light of dawn peeked through the thick tree branches, casting gentle shadows below. Although things appeared peaceful around her, she could feel that things were changing within. A sense of unease and attraction came over her, as though a powerful, ancient force was drawing her in. It felt like the fox bead still inside her was gently waking up each time her heartbeat increased.
She sat up quickly, taking hold of the bead against her chest which felt heavy against her skin. Being part of it was more than she could handle—strange and difficult—it was like a secret part of her was won’t to get free. People could no longer deny the truth in front of them. the bead was now an important part of her body.