Heather was ushered into the confines of Swevia County under the cover of night.

Though blindfolded, she could sense the inky blackness enveloping her.

"Did you get my message through? I need to see Everett." "We did. Whether Everett decides to see you, well, you can just wait and see.” The guards were clearly impatient, shoving her roughly into the vehicle without a word more.

That was all she needed.

Heather's only fear was that her message wouldn't reach him, that Everett would remain oblivious and she would meet her end without him ever knowing. But if he heard even a whisper about Dorothy, he would come. She was certain.

herself for a long wait, but to her surprise, just a few hours later,

trench coat, his towering 6'3" frame exuding a natural elegance

his aristocratic

gaze and offered a wry smile. "Is Dorothy asleep?" "What's the

corner, Heather peered through the iron bars that caged her. "Everett, tell me, if Dorothy didn't exist, could there be a chance for

was always

and I'll tell you what you need to know." "Without Dorothy, there is no Everett. Your question has no answer." He wouldn't

if I kept up with you, I could stand by your side." Heather realized how foolish she had been to think that Everett's affection for Dorothy was a mere youthful fancy, something that would falter with the slightest storm. That was why she had caused a

time, Heather had reflected a great

been clear-cut. Dorothy was the only

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