Pre-Clamer / Trigger Warning:
This chapter contains emotionally intense and potentially disturbing content. While the tone of this story has been mostly sweet and uplifting, this scene delves into darker themes that may be upsetting for some readers. Please proceed with caution.
Abby's POV
Once the laughter died down, Andrew spoke through the royal link:
“For this next test, we’ll all head outside and see about controlling the weather. After that… I’ll need just you and me to go to the cells. Unfortunately, to test your seer abilities, I can’t risk witnesses.”
I felt my brow knit in concern. Unease rolled over me like a cold wind. I had quickly become dependent on Zebrik—my calm, my constant. The idea of facing anything without him made my stomach twist.
Sensing my nerves, Andrew gav
