Chapter 75 Magic

• *Sylvester's POV*
• Two days before my birthday, and Stradanie was still absent from the country, testing my patience to its limits. Despite my frustration, I couldn't fathom the idea of abandoning her, even though her defiance grated against my authority. I had bestowed upon her gentleness, yet it seemed insufficient to quell her desires.
• During the tedious council meeting, my mind wandered, fixated on her absence. I longed for her presence, her support, her warmth. Stepping out for a moment, cigarette in hand, I received a message from Jay "Two Fingers," updating me on Stradanie's whereabouts.