Chapter 168. Statement

Araciel's eyes were wide with surprise and pain. Giovanna let go of the hose and wiped her mouth clean of blue blood and looked at Veronica.

She had her head cocked to one side, as if looking at an exotic animal.

“What happened, Veronica?”

She seemed to come out of a trance.

“What have you done? His blood is the cure for the disease he created for the supernaturals...”

Giovanna laughed.

“I couldn't resist. I felt a great need to taste his power. In a few weeks he'll be back to normal and we'll start making vaccines.”

“He might be back to normal, but you... I don't think so.”

“What are you talking about? I feel great!”

“I hope you still feel that way after looking in the mirror.”

“I was curious... Do I have wings now?” Giovanna asked sarcastically.

Veronica went to a cupboard full of jars and took out a round hand mirror, holding it out to Giovanna who approached and took it. When she looked at