#Chapter 204: Mirrors

Grace “Charles?” I asked, my voice sounding so soft and frightened. All the fire that had been burning in me seemed to be snuffed out. My eyes burned. “Hello?” I croaked. The hold of voice proceedings seemed to flash behind my eyes. The silence stretched on. “Charles?” His brow furrowed. Then, I realized that Charles wasn't listening to me. His gaze was fixed on something beyond me, his brow furrowed in concentration. His eyes started from side to side as if he was tracing something in his mind. Had he heard anything I’d said? I blinked back, the tears pricking at my eyes. He gasped, and his head shot up as if something had dawned on him. Then, a grin started to take over his face. His eyes flashed with joy. What the hell was so funny? “… could I… how would I….” He murmured to himself and bit his lip. Then, he snapped and grinned before heading to the door. “I have to go.” What? “Wait a second! I—” “—I can’t right now. It’s important,” He slipped close to me, kissing me br