The Debt Paid

A slow, dangerous smile spread across Daphne’s pale lips as the reality of Serena's unwavering protection sank deep into her bones. For the first time in seven years, the paralyzing dread vanished, replaced by a surge of white-hot clarity. Her trembling stopped. Stepping purposefully forward, Daphne raised her bare hand and slapped Myra across the face.

The sharp, stinging crack echoed like a gu