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Chapter 11

Kendra's POV

I skimmed through the volumes at a casual pace, leaving no room for error or uncertainty. I only had a faint candle to light my way. I felt the darkness and shadows creep ever closer, even though I could see the entire room despite the blackness.

I searched carefully for any hint at what could help Seth. I figured by estimation that he could only last seven or eight more attacks.

The books had nothing so far, not even a hint at what lay behind the scenes.

I sighed, banging the hard cover on my forehead.

This was hopeless. Reading in the dark would not help my brother. I leaned over and blew out the candle. I waited for my eyes to adjust, then realized I didn't have to.

I walked stealthily down the stairs, keeping completely silent as I passed the obvious side of the attic.

It was night out, but I didn't mind.

I paced quietly throughout the yard, waiting in vain for the thought to come to me.

I heard the occasional rustle from the trees but paid them no heed. The night seemed unusually silent. I let my mind wander, my thoughts a mere whisper in the corners of my mind. I let myself forget, forget about everything that had occupied my mind unrivalled and uncontrolled for days now.

I began playing soft music in my head, and soon found myself humming the tune.

A cool breeze drifted gently through the night. I felt the chill air on my face and felt like there was nothing else. I was incredibly aware but my mind was foggy. I felt good.

I felt alive.

Suddenly, so suddenly I almost didn't notice, the world began to shift and swirl. All the colours drifted in a mysterious purple haze.

The world moved until there was no world left. I was surrounded by stars and misty skies.

I looked around "Hello?" I called into the emptiness. My voice seemed to echo far away.

I jolted out of my reverie by a hand on my shoulder.

The stars melted away and Fablehaven returned.

"You okay?"

Kaydence's voice brought me back to reality. "Did you see that?" I murmured forlornly, unable to fully focus.

She frowned "See what?"

I shook my head "Nothing. I should get some sleep."

And I wandered back to the house, lost in thought but unable to define what exactly I thought about.

I slept peacefully and dreamed of nothing.