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.

her surprise, just a few hours later, at the crack

coat, his towering 6'3" frame

leaner than before, his aristocratic aura remained as imposing

diverted her gaze and offered a wry smile. "Is Dorothy asleep?" "What's the story about Dorothy?" Everett

Heather peered through the iron bars that caged her. "Everett, tell me, if Dorothy didn't exist, could

was always about

"Without Dorothy, there is no Everett. Your question has no answer." He

with you, I could stand by your side." Heather realized how foolish she had

this time, Heather

was the only one he wanted; there had never been

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