Leah was hauled to the center of Oath Platform, dragged by writhing blood sigils. Her white gown was already saturated with black blood, her hair in complete disarray, nothing of a saintess remained.
WhiteTower Remnants attempted to rush in, but Samuel struck first, his blade tearing half a mask clean off.
It hit the ground, revealing a gaunt, cold-eyed face. "Isabella, you think killing her means you've won?"
A harsh, broken laugh spilled out, "She was just a key. Without your Crownmark of Blood, Heart of EternalNight will decay. 90 days, tops. The moment you die, EternalNight City falls with you!"
Carlyle's head snapped toward me. "Ninety days?"
The entire hall fell into absolute silence, as if sound itself had been stripped away. I gave no answer.
Carlyle pushed himself upright, b
