ZARA POV
"I honestly... I'm sorry, but..." I began, the words catching in my throat. I was about to explain why I couldn't continue with the breaking of the curse to get back my bonds, but the sound of Hero's voice stopped me.
"Zara," his voice boomed from behind me, deep with worry. I closed my eyes, the weight of his concern pressing down on me. He was terrified for our child, and rightly so. If I passed this curse or not having bonds on to them... I couldn't bear the thought. I had to try everything, no matter the cost to myself. Even if it meant facing certain doom, I had to try.
"Alright," I finally said to the witches, my voice trembling. "One last try.”
“Hey, we are not doing it today. I think it's going to take a lot of energy, and we don't want you too weak. So I would like yo
