Chapter 465

• Apphia
• Nicholas is here. It isn't planned, but Knox and I get up simultaneously, our eyes glued to the door. We hear steps outside the door. My heart is pounding in my chest. I'm anxious and apprehensive, but something within me sings joyfully—my subconscience.
• The double door quickly opens, and the chattering in the office ceases as everyone gets to their feet, their heads bowed low in submission. Nicholas stands at the entrance, and Blade and Lily stand slightly behind him.