The forest felt like it was closing in, shadows stretching longer every second. The wind howled, branches rattled - nature itself seemed to react to the weird energy in the air. She'd made her choice. But something in her gut told Scarlett this was just the beginning.
Her heart pounded as she stood with Caden, still holding his hand. Their connection felt strong. The power inside her was awake now – she couldn't ignore it anymore. It wasn't only about Caden, even though he was still a huge draw in her life. It was deeper, older, like she was standing at the start of a storm that would flip everything upside down.
We can't stay, Caden said, voice low and urgent, eyes darting among the trees. He was tense, ready to snap. The rogues won't quit. Not after tonight. And they'll have more frien
