Y E X A I began chanting a spell to open a new portal, aiming for Draven’s prison cell. But no matter how many times I completed the incantation and moved my hands to activate it, I failed. My brows furrowed as I tried again, yet the result remained the same. Frustrated, I turned sharply to face Draven, who sat there in silence, smirking. Could he be telling the truth? Refusing to believe it, I attempted to create another portal—but again, nothing. Irritated, I shifted my gaze back to his smug expression. “What the hell is happening?” I demanded. “I told you, we can’t leave this place,” he replied, his grin unwavering. “As long as my mind is sealed, you can’t take me away from here.” I let out a harsh breath, cursing under my breath. I didn’t want to believe him, but I kept failing no

