Chapter 44
Zara
I could hardly breathe as I sat on the edge of the infirmary bed, my heart pounding in my chest. I glanced around to make sure no one was watching before I slipped the pack stamp into my pocket. The moment Xavier left the room, I knew I had to act fast. My mind raced with the plan I had concocted—one desperate attempt to escape from this prison I felt trapped in.
With trembling hands, I pulled out a piece of parchment I had stashed earlier. It felt surreal, like I was part of a secret mission, even though I was simply trying to free myself from the oppressive hold of this place. I scribbled a letter, my words flowing out in a mixture of anger and determination.
This is a permit for my own escape. I refuse to remain a pawn in his game anymore." I pressed the stamp down onto the parchment, sealing my fate with the mark of the pack.