Chapter 95:
Shadows Within the Heart
The aftermath of Dorian’s betrayal left a mark not just on the village, but on Alexandra herself. Moonshadow Ridge seemed quieter now, but it was a deceptive calm. The trees whispered softly in the wind, the ground beneath her feet pulsing faintly with residual energy, as if warning her that the Ridge itself had been wounded—and it demanded vigilance.
Alexandra stood atop the cliffs overlooking the village at dawn, the rising sun casting long shadows that stretched into the forests. Ethan stood silently beside her, his presence grounding her amidst the overwhelming energy still thrumming from the Heart.
“He’s gone… for now,” Alexandra said quietly, eyes fixed on the horizon where the shadows had dissipated. “But the damage he did… it’s still there.
