Silas's Homecoming and an Ominous Sound

I stared at the closed door, my hands clenched into fists at my sides. The anger inside me was a living thing, clawing at my insides, demanding release.

"Get out of my way," I said, my voice dangerously low.

Silas and Ronan exchanged worried glances, still blocking my path.

"Hazel," Rhys stepped forward, gently placing his hand on my arm. "Come with me for a second." There was an urgency in his eyes I hadn't seen before.

"Why should I?" I snapped.

He leaned in close, lowering his voice. "Because I know you can hear everything that's happening right now. And I'm guessing you want to use that little gift without everyone knowing about it."

My eyes widened. He knew. How long had he known about my enhanced hearing?

Without waiting for a response, Rhys turned to the others. "I'm taking Hazel to the bathroom. She needs a moment."

Kaelen nodded, his expression unreadable. "Fine. We'll be here when you're ready to talk."