Wounds Beneath the Mask

Six years ago, Evan Carter struck a deal with Hale House to shield the Reed family. In exchange for their protection, he suffered severe wounds, leaving him with a short lifespan. Six years later, they met again. When Claire pressed him for the truth, Evan, knowing his time was running out, chose to hide it, breaking her heart. Claire forced him to perform their old lion dance again. Evan pushed through the agony, but his wounds left him on the brink of death.