𝐃𝐄𝐒𝐈𝐑𝐄 ; rio vidal, the sequel.

SEQUEL TO 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘥.

Rio had never imagined a lifetime without Theodora. She could endure centuries of separation, as long as she knew Theodora still breathed, but now, with the woman haunting the shadowed corners of their small cabin, invading their daughter's tortured dreams, and whispering tormenting tales into Rio's ears to distract her from her mission, Rio was desperate to rid Theodora from the In Between.

THE IN BETWEEN-a liminal realm suspended between life and death, a domain for wandering spirits. If it were within Rio's power, she would banish ghosts entirely. They complicated her work. Yet Theodora? She brought Rio moments of peace. Theodora had been her solace during times of grief, when Rio wept for the tiny lives lost too soon. She had been a constant presence, offering silent support when everything seemed to collapse. Despite the turmoil, Rio and Theodora were, undeniably, still in love.

But when Rio's career comes under threat due to Theodora's presence, she is faced with an agonizing decision: deceive Theodora into permanent death, or allow the woman to fade into nothingness, closing the In Between forever. What would it mean for Theodora? For Aurora, who would spend countless nights wishing for her mother's return?

What would it mean for Rio, who was still willing to forfeit her very soul to save Theodora?