Chapter 12: Despair's Flames
Melissa’s POV
The heat was too much to endure. All around, flames roared with a ferocity that appeared to mirror Damon's unrelenting quest. As we staggered out of the smoke-filled hallway, Kane's powerful hand held onto mine.
"Get moving, Melissa! His voice was firm but strained as he yelled.
Even though my legs felt like Jello, I pushed myself forward while gasping for air. Behind us, the warriors yelled warnings, their voices drowned away by the commotion.
As we arrived at the boundary of the sanctuary grounds, Kane declared, "Everyone is out." "However, the supplies"
I turned and watched helplessly as everything we had worked so hard to defend was destroyed by the explosion. Food, medicine, and weapon crates were all gone.
"Kane! Through the smoke, a
