Chapter 114

The hospital café sat empty at 2 AM, its harsh fluorescent lights casting an unnatural glow across the plastic tables. Beatrix stared into her untouched coffee, watching ripples form each time she trembled. Outside, rain pattered against the windows, blurring the city lights into smears of color.

Gideon slid into the seat across from her, setting down two fresh cups. The scent of stron