CHAPTER 33: The Binding of Fates
"Mother?" Alaric called, his voice trembling as though trying to reach beyond the woman before him-to find his mother within her. Rowenne turned, her golden eyes meeting his uncertain gaze. For a heartbeat, neither moved. Alaric stared deeper, unable to look away. Her eyes seemed to blaze like the sun itself-radiant, unyielding. The longer he gazed, the brighter they burned, until the world around him dissolved into light. Then suddenly, everything went dark. His body collapsed to the ground with a dull thud. Rowenne shut her eyes tightly, holding them closed for a moment. When she opened them again, the golden brilliance had faded; her eyes were once more their calm, human hue. A soft tap landed on Alaric's shoulder. Somewhere distant, a familiar voice called his name. The sound pulled
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