chapter 72
Chapter 72 – The Gathering Shadows Word Count: ~2000 The moon hung low, swollen and blood-tinged, casting an eerie glow over the ruins of the Council Citadel. Smoke still drifted from shattered pillars and scorched sigils. Seraphina stood on what remained of the dais, her cloak flapping in the harsh wind like a mourning banner. Around her, silence reigned—not peace, but the silence before a storm. Cassian approached from the west wing, limping slightly. Blood crusted his temple, but his eyes were sharp. “Scouts confirm it. The Southern clans have crossed the border.” “How many?” Seraphina asked without turning. “Too many. They’ve allied with remnants of the Black Fang and remnants of Arvian’s cult.” He paused. “They’re calling it The New Order.” She closed her eyes for a breath. “A n
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