Chapter 4

The moment I saw Victor, all the grievance, fear, and anger accumulated in my heart finally found an outlet. I choked out a sob and cried, "Victor!"

He moved to my side instantly, his eyes full of concern. He took off his black trench coat and wrapped it around me, covering my jagged, shorn hair. Only when I leaned into his cold but solid embrace did I finally feel safe.

His arrival brought not on