A disdainful smirk tugged at Finnegan's lips, though he was secretly pleased.

At noon, Valerie finally woke up. When she did not see Andrew, panic hit her instantly.

She spotted the note he left on the nightstand.

[Valerie, I left. Once you're back in Chetvine, live well and take good care of Luna. I love you both so, so much. Wait for my return.]

Her eyes turned red, and even though she tried to be strong, the pain of separation still crushed her. She quickly got dressed and stumbled downs