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Chapter 157

Author: Iziegbe
last update publish date: 2025-12-01 13:45:57

The Weight of a Chosen Fate

The forest was still in the process of healing from the remnants of battle when Aria finally ceased her flight. Her lungs ached, her legs quivered, and each heartbeat resonated like a drum against her ribs. She leaned against a tree covered in moss, compelling herself to breathe through the surge of panic swelling within her chest.

She had managed to escape… but only just.

Behind her, the faint snapping of branches and the distant shouts of warriors served as a remin
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