Chapter 21 The Final Stands Begins

• Melissa’s POV
• Dozens of eyes peered back at me as I stood in the centre of the sanctuary's meeting room, my palms clammy. I felt like a heavy stone under the weight of their scepticism, dread, and trust. The only thing holding me steady was Kane's silent strength as he stood a single step behind me.
• "We don't have much time," I said, trying to sound cool. "Damon is getting ready to finish his curse, and he has my child." Not only will I lose my child if we don't act right away, but Damon will acquire power that could endanger us all.