Chapter 101: The Key Within the Bond
Aria’s POV
My whole universe appeared to twist on its axis as Darius fell. Our relationship, which was already brittle due to the curse and the constant assaults, waned like a dying candle. His normally powerful presence seemed weak, like an echo vanishing into nothingness, and his breathing was feeble.
I tried to urge him to remain with me by pressing my shaking palms on his chest. Although faint and erratic, his pulse was present. He was being dismantled piece by piece by the curse.
"You can't do this, Darius," I said angrily. "We're very close. You dare not abandon me just yet.
However, he didn't answer. His jaw was loose, his face was pale, and I realized for the first time how serious the situation was.
I was filled with rage—at Veyron for hi
