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145: Moment, Memory & Matters

Penulis: Chris Muna
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2026-03-30 14:45:43

Soft light filtered through the tall crystal windows of the academy infirmary.

The air smelled faintly of healing herbs and magic.

Seraphine slowly stirred.

Her body felt heavy, like she had slept for a hundred years. For a moment she simply lay there, staring at the unfamiliar white ceiling above her.

Then memory rushed back.

The battle. The AetherCurrent. The Aetherstar.

Her eyes snapped open.

She pushed herself upright too quickly.

"Easy!"

Three voices said at once.

Seraphine blin
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