The prophecy has entered its darkest chapter.
I had lost track of time.
Down in the Shadow Order’s fortress, there was no sunrise.
No sunset.
Only darkness.
Only silence.
Only the constant reminder that somewhere beyond these walls, the people I loved were searching for me.
I closed my eyes and rested my forehead against the cold stone.
“Kael…”
I wondered if he was safe.
If Rowan had survived.
If Moonspire still stood.
Then I remembered Kael’s voice the night we watched the stars together.
“No matter where you are… I’ll always find you.”
A small smile found my lips despite everything.
“I know you will.”
The sound of heavy footsteps echoed through the corridor.
The iron door opened.
Queen Elyra entered, followed by two guards.
She looked at me quietly.
“You haven’t eaten
