Chapter 446
Katelina woke and quickly closed her eyes against the bright light. Her body ached and her gums felt like they'd been cut to ribbons. Her throat burned. She sought for memories and came up with the cell in Malick's basement. There was someone at the door
She sat up with a cry. The room rolled and her stomach twisted. She tried not to wretch. Her eyes adjusted to find the fountain room in Malick's secret oasis. A couple of pots were overturned. The plants and dirt were trampled across the tiles, and a splash of blood decorated one wall. She rubbed her head and remembered the attack. Jorick coming to save her.
As if summoned by her thoughts, she saw him kneeling next to her. His long dark hair was wild around his face and blood was smeared on his pale cheek. Loren stood behind him, splattered with gore and wearing a pained expression.