Chapter 104

• Cesmae’s POV
• It’s impossible to sleep. Raizel’s words replay over and over in my mind, each one sharper than the last. A mistake. A betrayal. I roll onto my side, trying to block out the painful memories of the day, but his voice lingers, searing into me. My heart feels like it’s being squeezed, the ache building, but I have no tears left.
• The morning light slips into my room, ending the long night. I lie still for a moment, exhausted. But there’s no avoiding today. Today is Damaris’ death anniversary—and Raizel will be holding a remembrance ceremony for her.