The night had wrapped its inky shroud around the desolate road, punctuated only by the rhythmic drumming of rain on the car's roof. Inside the vehicle, Lily stared out of the window, her thoughts wandering through the dark labyrinth of her worries.
Nikolai, with his usual grace, maneuvered the car through the winding roads. Every so often, his sharp eyes scanned the surroundings, ever vigilant for any sign of trouble. The rain-slicked pavement reflected the soft glow of the car's headlights, creating a mirage of shifting patterns on the asphalt.
In the hush of the night, Lily's thoughts were a tempest, whirling with anxiety about trackers and something else. Her experience with the supernatural world had taught her to be cautious.
Nikolai, sensing her unease, glanced at her with a hint
