Chapter 94: The Forbidden Path
Aria’s POV
As Darius and I ran, the forest was disappearing in front of us, the ground was uneven, and the air was heavy with tension. Every breath I took caused my lungs to burn, yet there was no time to stop. The fragile bond between us pulsated frantically, as if mirroring the chaos around us.
With a furious glance over his shoulder, Darius said, "They're closing in." His eyes glinted with purpose, but I could see the dread simmering beneath the surface.
I nodded, unable to find the strength to respond. My limbs felt like lead, and the aftershocks of Veyron's enchantment still coiled around my soul like shackles.
I understood the significance of the shrill cry that pierced the air.
"They've surrounded us," I whispered tremblingly.
Darius's jaw tight
