124: Not quite human - Part 2

Liam made his way back home, his mind still buzzing with everything that had happened at the abandoned school. 

Zane and Seraphina were hiding something. And whatever it was, it had to do with those shadowy creatures—and with Zane himself. 

The way he had absorbed that beast into his body… it wasn't normal magic.

It wasn't human magic.

Liam clenched his jaw, trying to shake off the lingering unease. He needed answers, but tonight was not the time.

As he reached the front door of his home, he caught sight of Bianca just stepping inside as well. She paused mid-step, eyes widening slightly when she saw him.

Liam narrowed his eyes. He knew exactly where she had been.

Still, he played along. 

"You're coming back late." 

His voice was calm, but the undertone of suspicion was clear.

Bianca stiffened. 

"I… I was out."

Her words were rushed—too hurried to be casual.