Stephanie's POV:
The Elder’s gaze lingered on me, sharp and assessing. It felt as though her eyes were peeling back the layers of my soul, exposing secrets even I wasn’t aware of. I fought the urge to look away, forcing myself to meet her stormy, unyielding stare.The Elder tilted her head slightly, her expression unreadable. “Help with what?” she asked, her voice calm but carrying an edge of authority that demanded respect.
Lucy straightened, her tone careful. “There’s a locator spell on her. We need your help removing it and finding out who is after her.”
The Elder’s eyebrows furrowed ever so slightly as her gaze shifted back to me. The weight of her stare made my chest feel tight, and I had to remind myself to breathe. Slowly, she began walking toward me, the soft tap of her staff aga
