Chapter 58
Ciaran drowned in darkness and oblivion. His mind was the only part of him that was alert. His body was numb, and his physical strength no longer existed. His energy had been reduced to zero. At that moment, he understood Iilos more than ever—more precisely, her feeling of having her entire existence reduced to a mind.
People typically referred to having a strong mind as being important, but by itself, it was worthless. Iilos had tried for hundreds of years to keep her mind active, and she had made a difference by helping people. What could he do if his mind was the only thing he had left?
At this moment, he was certain his physical existence was dying. This was his battle. There was nothing more Madeline could do for him.
Dan had alerted him about the cobra, and he had igno
