Briefly, her eyes took on a look of acknowledgement, and I waited, hopeful.
Only to have it snatched away.
"I will take her to those born of the land. You will never see her again. Both your punishment and your reward...." She growled at me, ignoring my sob and knowing it was a dangerous bargain. One hand tilted the babe's head upward, exposing the soft and ever so tender flesh.
