The temple was quiet again. The spirit was gone, and the glowing light from the altar had dimmed. Susan stood there for a moment, clutching the necklace in her hand. The weight of the prophecy, the words of the spirit, and the power that had been unlocked all swirled around her mind, making her feel dizzy.
She had expected something else when she came here. Maybe answers that would make everything clear, or power that would suddenly make her strong and fearless. But instead, she felt more uncertain than ever. The journey ahead was longer than she had thought. And Amelia… she would be getting stronger, too.
James stepped up beside her, his eyes watching her closely. He had been silent while the spirit spoke, but now his presence was a reminder that she wasn’t alone in this. “Are you okay?
