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CHAPTER 123 - AFTER THE STORM

Auteur: Lila Williams
last update Date de publication: 2026-02-05 15:22:18

That night, I couldn't sleep.

Every time I closed my eyes, I was back in the prison. Back in the darkness. Back being consumed.

I gave up trying. Walked out of my room. Through the quiet Rusty Spoke. Moon streaming through windows. Everything peaceful. Real. Solid.

Reaper sat at the bar. Alone. Glass of whiskey in front of him. Untouched.

"Can't sleep either?" I asked.

He turned. Looked at me. Really looked. Like he was memorizing my face. Like he was afraid I'd disappear again.

"I keep thinkin
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