Lilith’s POV
The phoenix had always been a creature of independence, power, and fire. She didn’t answer to anyone, not even to those who once tried to wield her like a weapon. Lilith was beyond that now, far more powerful than she had been in past lives. Yet, she couldn’t help but feel… trapped. Oscar was the key. He had to be.
Katherine stirred in her sleep, oblivious to Lilith’s internal turmoil. It was easier this way. The less Katherine knew about her, the better. If Katherine ever realized the full extent of what Lilith had done to her, to her life, to her mind, everything would crumble. Lilith had been careful, slipping into Katherine’s consciousness only when necessary, nudging her toward decisions that benefited Lilith’s greater goal. But lately, things had spiralled.
Oscar.
