Flesh and Stakes

Vesperia's POV

The rich aroma of roasted meat drifted through the room, pulling me straight out of sleep. My nose twitched as my empty stomach rumbled loudly. Keeping my eyes shut, I drew in a deep breath, letting the savory warmth fill my lungs before I finally shifted on the mattress.

Following the smell toward the edge of the bed, I blinked open my eyes and spotted a heavy platter resting on