Aria's POV
Lydia surged forward. Let me out!
I gritted my teeth. I can't control it!
My skin burned. It felt as though fire had entered my veins, racing through my body and consuming everything in its path.
The witch stood several feet away, staring at me in horror. "I didn't expect it to activate this soon."
I glared at her through the haze. "You did this."
"I know!" Her voice broke. "I know!"
Another wave of pain ripped through me. I screamed. The sound barely sounded human.
Something was changing inside me. I could feel it. My senses sharpened until every scent in the room became overwhelming. I could smell the herbs on the table, the witch's fear, and blood.
My stomach turned.
Lydia fought against the darkness spreading through my mind. Aria! Stay with me!
I'm trying.
Don't
