Chapter 4

Neither of them bothered me again until I left. Malachi devoted all his attention to Selene.

With my luggage in tow, I set off for the station.

When I got there, Rowan and the research team were already gathered, waiting for me.

As I approached, Rowan gave my shoulder a reassuring pat. "Vaela, we've all heard about the earthquake. Malachi is really something else. He completely abandoned you to save someone else.

"The higher-ups want you to file for divorce. He ignored your life and safety, which is not just neglect, but a total disregard for your wellbeing. If you…