Devil's Deal: A Dark Fantasy Romance

Devil's Deal: A Dark Fantasy Romance

Author: Layla Fae Listening Length: 19h 6m

The devil craves my soul. It calls to him like the scent of fresh blood. I am not afraid. The night of summer solstice, I do something stupid. Drawn to the fire of magic, I approach the gods in their sacred circle. I am just a mortal, one of many. I shouldn’t merit their attention. But behind the royal figures of the ...

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22. Foul

By the time the sun sets, my exhaustion thoroughly catches up with me. I’ve poured countless brews down Swietko’s throat, checked on the protections around my cottage, and forced myself to eat the broth Alina’s sister brought for us all.

My stomach is heavy with foreboding, the silver knife strapped to my thigh burning like an accusation. I hate that I promised Darobor that I’ll stay home. Woland’s words from last night, telling me he made the monster for me, echo in my mind. The werewolf is my responsibility in a way, and I desperately want to be out there, trying to help.

And yet, I must admit I wasn’t very helpful last night. Because what did I do? I cowered behind the men and watched until the beast was gone. I don’t imagine I’d do anything different tonight, and so I reinforce my decision to stay put.

I am behind my cottage now as dusk settles over the world. The moon will rise any moment and I need my final protection in place.