CARL POV: As I walked through the trees, I noticed fall was approaching. Some leaves were turning red and yellow, withering away. I could see the guards around, guarding the place well. “Have you noticed anything different?” I asked and received responses in the negative. I couldn't understand what was happening. Why were they taking too long to make another move? What was stopping them? If light sources made them stronger, then they would definitely be more powerful during the daytime. Still, they were yet to make any move. I held onto the book in my hand as I walked down the clearing that led to the ravine. I remembered the fight we had here, and how Velicia's life was put at great risk. I sighed, walking closer as I sat and leaned against a rock there. I visited here regularly,

