Embracing the Beast

Jessamine's P.O.V.

After collecting myself, I tried to leave the room, only to find the door sealed shut. Beatrix was surely the culprit, and I mentally cursed the witch. I could flick the lock back and forth and even turn the knob, but the door wouldn't budge.

When I knocked on it and received a rhythmic tapping in return, I knew Bastian was at least out there, guarding me still. It helped me t