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Chapter Twenty-Two
Underworld Realm
Lothaire's DemesnePalace•PHAELIN•
Two days have passed and Lothaire had been preparing to face Apophis. I looked at him as he trained with one of the underworld warriors. His movements were calculated. He swiveled his sword swiftly like a runner’s certain feet. When he called for a short period of rest, he headed towards my direction and took the weight of his feet.
“Are you doing alright?” he asked whilst he breathed heavily. He placed down his sword and I reached out for a glass of water to quench his thirst.
“Without a doubt…” I replied as I gave him a smile. I know throughout my entire being that I will long for his presence. However, I have to be valiant.
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