Chapter 4

Chapter Four

Nyx

S he thinks I left, but I’m still watching her, hidden in the darkness where she cannot see me. I would never leave her alone in the forest. It’s not safe despite her gifts. She is different from the other humans, and that puts her at risk.

I have watched her grow over the years and develop into the beautiful woman she is now. Even from a young age, she showed signs of being other , preferring the company of plants and animals. These creatures seem to reciprocate her feelings, and even the trees of the forest grow towards her.

All this time, I have watched her as a protector, making sure she is safe. However, in recent years, I felt more invested, and I knew I needed to take a step back for her own safety. Leaving was one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do, and like a fool, I caved today when I felt her enter the forest.

I was just going to stay silent and invisible, and watch her to make sure she was okay and then leave, hopeful that would sate the incessant need to see her. However, when I saw how sad she looked, I couldn’t stop myself from speaking to her.

This is only going to make everything harder, but it is necessary. The fae will begin their hunt soon, and I cannot hide her any longer. My warning might keep her from the forest, but they’ll be able to sense her and will be drawn to her just like I am.

When the hunt begins, I cannot interfere. There are many rules I do not mind breaking, but I am so tightly bound to this one that it would be catastrophic if I did, bringing war down on top of us all.