Chapter 27: Shadows Gather
The atmosphere thickened as the dark figure loomed closer, its form shifting like smoke caught in a tempest. Emily’s heart raced, her instincts screaming at her to flee, but she stood resolute beside Liam, drawing strength from their connection. “Who are you?” Liam demanded again, his voice steady despite the tension crackling in the air. “What do you want with us?” The shadowy figure let out a low, mocking laugh that sent chills down Emily’s spine. “I am Malachi, keeper of the shadows,” it replied, its voice like gravel. “You may have banished my playthings, but the darkness is eternal, and it shall consume you.” “What do you mean, ‘consume’ us?” Emily challenged, her hands clenching into fists. “We won’t let you take control!” “Ah, such bravery,” Malachi sneered, stepping closer. “Bu
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