CHAPTER EIGHTY-SIX The engineered chasm yawned open before them, its engineered edges sharp and precise, revealing the depth of Victoria’s long preparation. The echo wearing Lila’s face stood on the humming metal platform, hand extended, the childhood scar clearly visible on her palm. Behind the group, more charges detonated in the distance, sealing the remaining trails and roads with controlled precision. The sunrise light turned the scene into something almost beautiful…golden rays catching dust and debris as the valley slowly closed itself off from the world. Elena stood at the edge, heart hammering. The sisters pressed close around her…grandchildren clinging to Sienna, Isabella clutching her sketchbook like a shield, Mara’s strong frame tense and ready. Jax kept one hand near E

