CHAPTER 63

I woke up suddenly from a terrifying dream, almost yelling. As I tried to relax, I saw a strange blue light filling the room. I was surprised to see the light was coming from my hands.

Before I could understand what was happening, my bedroom door burst open. Xander ran in, his eyes full of concern. “Aurora! Are you alright? I heard you cry out, and then I saw this light…”

His voice slowly faded as he noticed the light coming from my hands. I could see he was both shocked and concerned.

“I'm fine,” I murmured, even though I wasn't certain. “Just a bad dream, I guess. But this…” I raised my hands, where the last bits of blue light were disappearing. “I have no idea what this is.”

Before Xander could respond, Lily entered, holding a big, leather-covered book. The book had the smell of old paper and magic.

“I felt a disturbance,” lily said, her eyes darting between Xander and me. “And then I was drawn to this book in the library. I think… I think it might have answers about the awakening.