Weeks had passed since Desina found herself trapped within the mirror realm, her ethereal form devoid of sustenance or relief. Though she lacked the physical needs of mortal beings, the emotional toll of her imprisonment weighed heavily upon her. Memories of the human world haunted her, and the concern for her unborn child gnawed at her heart. Desina yearned for freedom, for the chance to hold her child in her arms and to once again walk among the living. Meanwhile, in the human realm, the imposter continued to weave her web of deceit, her mind consumed by thoughts of manipulation and subterfuge. Valia had proven to be a persistent thorn in her side, her relentless pursuit of the truth posing a significant obstacle to the imposter’s plans. Each encounter with Valia only fueled the imposte

