"Subject Vespera Vale, please proceed to the central chamber." It said and I stared at the ceiling.
"That's a lovely invitation. Do they offer refreshments?" I asked.
The voice continued without acknowledging me.
"Failure to comply will result in the termination of all remaining subjects." It said and Damon's expression hardened.
"All remaining subjects?" Damon asked.
I looked through the glass again, towards the restraints.
"The five missing shifters." I said.
"If they're still alive." He said.
"They are." I said.
I didn't know how I knew it, but the certainty settled into my bones before I could question it.
My wrist began to burn and I sucked in a breath and grabbed it, watching the silver mark beneath my skin brighten until its familiar lines shone through my sleeve.
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