Chapter 272

• When I eventually feel a little more like myself, I make sure to wash my face before opening the door. I'm not surprised when I find that someone has decided to wait for me, however the fact that it is Embry and Jane (not Alec), strikes me as a little odd. As soon as I walk out the door, their conversation stops as they study me carefully. Shaking my head at them, I try to convey that I'm fine. In the next second, Jane rushes over to me, wrapping her arms around my waist, hugging me close while Embry locks his gaze with mine, silently asking if I'm sure. Suddenly, I realize that it is their deep compassion for others and unconditional love that has them both together here offering their support. Tightening my arm around Jane, I hold one hand out to Embry, squeezing his affectionately to show my gratitude. Linked together, we walk back to the others.
• "You've mentioned that the Grimoires don't hold any magical qualities and that most witches aren't very interested in them, but can you think of any reason for why someone would take them?"
• I can hear that Jake has already begun his questioning.