Chapter 58
Asher's Vow Hailey The silver shield above Rider still glowed. Beautiful. Ancient. Sacred. The Hall felt warmer now. As though each vow was strengthening the magic surrounding us. Strengthening the bond. The city beyond the crystal walls continued celebrating. Yet inside the Hall, silence settled once more. Expectant. Waiting. The steward turned. "The Third Guardian may step forward." My heart immediately knew. Asher. The moment I looked at him, I saw it. The nerves. Not obvious. Not enough for anyone else to notice. But I did. Because somewhere along the journey, I had learned how to read him. The slight tightening of his jaw. The way his fingers brushed against the seam of his jacket. The way his eyes found mine immediately. Looking for reassurance. Looking for
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