Noah POV
I felt a sharp pain, a searing sensation that made me wince. It was as if Emma's pain was physically tearing at me, a unique bond that allowed us to sense each other more deeply than normal. The air was heavy with the aftermath of battle, the sounds of enemies being vanquished still echoing in my ears. Determined, I immediately set out to find her.
As I searched, a numbness washed over me, making it difficult to move. Her voice, filled with desperation, filled my mind. "Emma, where are you?" I called out through our mental link, but for some reason, I couldn't pick up on her location. Her voice faded away, leaving me with a sense of unease. We both knew this could be a trap, and I knew Emma was skilled at escaping dangerous situations. But the thought of her falling into the han
