The sun shone brightly through the window, warming Merrick's face as he yawned, one arm going toward Aleigha's side of the bed, only to feel the smooth sheet of paper that was neatly folded into fours and nothing else.
The dark pit of fear seeped into every bone in his body as he picked the paper from the pillow, unfolding it to read.
My Dearest Merrick,
I left the dome to try to defuse the situation. Only a human can do that in this situation. I heard what Mia said. She's always right. I was a zombie once. I know how it feels. I can use that to help calm the situation. Care for our baby boy while I'm gone. I will return to you as soon as I can. With all my heart and soul, I love you.
Aleigha.
Merrick jumped out of bed, his body trembling in fear for his mate. She had left to confront the group outside the dome. It was a group that had already proven to be hostile. He grabbed the comm link and called Council Leader Vorik in panic.
