Lila's POV
As soon as my head struck the pillow, the fatigue pulled me into the depths of oblivion like shackles. For the time being, the fight was ended, but the energy continued to pulsate under my skin, untamed and restless. Kian had reassured me in whispers that we were okay while holding me till my breathing stabilized. However, I was aware that the battle was far from done even as I fell asleep.
Then came the dream.
In a landscape of unending blackness, I stood. The sky was shattered, whirling with ferocious clouds of silver and crimson that seemed to be alive. The smell of blood and ash filled the heavy, thick air. A shiver went through my body. There was a problem.
A low scream rang through the silence.
My pulse quickened as I turned abruptly. A youngster was standing in the m
