#Chapter 108: Blood and Steam

Ella POV Hazel led Alexander and me up the stairs to a large bedroom. It contained a four-poster bed, a sturdy dresser, and a plush recliner with a quilt thrown over the back. The furniture was heavy, hand-carved wood, radiating an air of craftsmanship. The room itself, however, was sparsely decorated—just a few landscape paintings adorned the walls, and nothing more. “Please let me know if you need anything,” Hazel said warmly. “I hope you have a good night.” “We’ll be all set. Thank you, Hazel,” Alexander replied with a kind smile. “It’s no bother. If you need me, you know I’m just at the end of the hall,” Hazel said, lingering briefly before nodding and leaving. When she was gone, Alexander and I stood in silence for a moment. He walked further into the room, sitting casually on the edge of the bed. “Hasn’t changed much,” he commented, glancing around. My eyes widened. “This isn’t your bedroom?” “It is,” he confirmed. “Aft