52 Marked

Before Wolfe could leave the room, Reiko had dragged Mary to her feet.

"No need. Even if she falls asleep, I will carry this lazy little Witch back to her room. If we share a bed, that means Pup will be sleeping on top of me again. As furry as he is, even Flame thinks he's too warm." Reiko declared.

Despite being a fire element Familiar, Flame was still cold-blooded and leeched off Reiko's body heat to remain comfortable when he wasn't actively controlling the temperature of his surroundings. The two witches left with Pup reluctantly trailing behind, and Ella locked the door behind them.

"Now that we are alone, why don't you explain exactly what you ordered that made the other two leave in such a hurry?" Cassie asked, oblivious to the nature of her request.