A Rabbit Truth

"Stolenvey." Leo used the word to stop our supernatural travel. "Be careful with that potion. The gift is as she said. If someone discovers you've used the concoction on them, they won't be happy."

"I kinda figured. So why would they give it to me?" I tucked the bottle into the pocket of my dress so it wouldn't be seen.

"Posies have lived a long time. Some believe they can see the future. Others believe their power is even stronger than that. They believe posies can travel to the future and the past as well as predict it."

"Merde," I swore softly.

It seemed the little creatures had some elven blood in them as well.

Leo shook his head. "I don't know the truth. No one really does, but it's nice to have them on your side, especially if they know something we don't."

I agreed, and we continued back to the castle. When we reached my room, Leo stopped.

"I'll see you tonight, Cinderella." He gently stroked my cheek with the back of his hand.

My body tingled.