Chapter 50: The Heart's Race
Melissa’s POV
As I guided the group through the thick woodland, there was a lot of tension in the air. With the burden of the task at hand bearing down heavily on my shoulders, every step felt like a race against time. I turned to look at Kane, who was walking right behind me, watching the trail for any danger. The other members of our little group silently followed, their faces displaying a mixture of fear and resolve.
Despite the knot of anxiety in my chest, I responded, "We have to pick up the pace."
"We've been working hard for hours, Melissa," Kane replied, his voice becoming softer. "We'll become weak before we reach our destination if we don't take a break soon."
I paused and looked up at him. And if we don't act quickly, Damon will seize the Heart
