Chapter 18

Vio had spent so long on his own that he was filthy and badly undernourished. After several days of Celia washing endless grime from his fur every night and bringing him good food, he adjusted completely to life with her. Compared to cautious, suspicious Rahn, Vio was remarkably innocent and obedient. That didn’t mean he came without problems. Celia twisted her head from side to side in deep sleep, making muffled noises as something wet and flat slid across her face like bars of soap.