Chapter 67. Something NOT Good

Germaine's heartbeat sped up as she jerked up from the bed. She blinked furiously, almost doubting what she had heard.

Keratin? Was that you?

At first, there was nothing but an uneasy silence, and then she heard through her mind, a loud gasp.

My love? My love, is that really you? Germaine, please answer me.

Tears filled Germaine's eyes as she let out a long sigh of relief. Finally, she could hear him. She could hear Keratin. She cleaned the tears from her face and laid back on the bed and with a blissful smile, curled up.

Yes, Keratin, it's me. I'm here, I'm very much here for you. 

She heard a choking sound, as if he was trying not to cry, but she couldn't be sure.

Thank the moon goddess you are safe. I knew it, I knew you were still alive and would not leave me, I just knew it. What happened to you? Where are you? Please tell me.

Germaine smiled wider before replying to him. One of Rage's