After waking up, Aliana had asked Gavriel exactly what had happened back in the penthouse. All she remembered from the incident was feeling a profound sadness for Rose and wanting to set her free from her suffering. She had absolutely no recollection of how she did it or what had actually taken place.
She only remembered Rose giving her one final smile, thanking her, and transforming into light before disappearing completely. After that, Aliana had felt her body burn hot, as if her blood were boiling to the point that every ounce of strength evaporated from her limbs before she passed out.
When she finally woke up late that night, Gavriel was sitting right beside her.
"How are you feeling?" he asked, observing her with quiet intrigue.
"Just thirsty," she murmured before asking, "What happened?"
He poured her a glass of water, handing it to her before asking, "Don't you remember what you did?"
