Chapter 70

The priestess Zara spoke in ancient tongues while chanting in a little clearing far into the forest, her voice resonating over the foliage. Standing next to her, Ciara's heart was heaving under the weight of what lay ahead.

Her hands lifted to the sky, "By the ancient powers of the forest, we beseech thee," she said.

With breath caught in her throat, Ciara observed the enchanted circle that Zara's words created around them. Even though she understood what needed to be done, the concept made her shudder.

"Ciara, Noah needs you," Zara whispered gently, knowing in her eyes. "As you are his mate, you are the only one who can give him what he needs to survive."

Ciara reached out to Noah, who was quiet and pale on the ground, nodding, her hands trembling. 

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