Chapter 125

AXL Ophelia was right—riding a dragon is a lot more comfortable than you’d expect it to be. And although we can’t communicate telepathically with Elpis, she seems way less grumpy than her mate. Through Ophelia, we’ve been able to get updates on how far we are from Venezuela. You’re almost here. My girl’s excited voice infiltrates my thoughts. She’s been quiet for several hours, and I felt the block on her feelings. Whether that was her or the professor, I don’t know, but we all know they’ve spent the time reconnecting. It’s exactly what I would do if I’d been away from her for weeks. And even if I wasn’t addicted to her, it’s the vampire way. We are physical creatures. Can’t wait to see you, princess. We missed you, Cupcake. We sure did, Malachi adds. Is Alexandros okay? Her sweet snorting laugh echoes around my mind, and it has been too long since I have heard the infectious sound. Sure, there have been occasional giggles over the past few weeks, but that particular sound has been sad