Rose's breath hitched, her body locking in place as Lucifer's voice echoed in her ears, sharp and bone-chilling.
Her heart thundered against her ribs, each beat a warning bell. Slowly, she turned her head, expecting to see his glowing red eyes cutting through the darkness, his imposing frame stepping out of the shadows.
But there was nothing.
The garden was empty, the torches flickering faintly in the cool breeze. Rose blinked, her panic wavering as she realized the voice hadn't come from behind her. It echoed again, this time faint and distant, bouncing off the far stone walls of the castle like a haunting melody.
She closed her eyes, exhaling shakily. "Get it together, Rose," she muttered under her breath. The fear had gotten to her—her mind playing tricks on her because of his oppressive aura that lingered in every corner of the castle.
She clutched the edge of her cape and shook her head, willing herself to stay focused. Lucifer wasn't here.