Chapter 53

*Kravos*

I wrap my arms around Valerie, holding her close as she struggles to control her heart rate. Her fear pours into me like a free flowing fall over a cliff so I lower my head, pressing my lips to her ear.

“It’s Vance’s writing.” I whisper, but it doesn’t make her less worried. She shakes in my embrace, and I press my lips to her skin, giving her a reassuring kiss and forcing my calm into th