All Chapters of Shadows Of Goodbye: Chapter 31

Edward's POV"Try harder," I retorted, my voice dripping with defiance. "Do you honestly believe my father will spare you just because you're putting in some effort?" The mere mention of my father ignited a fierce determination in her eyes. With a resolute expression, she squared her shoulders and shifted into a defensive stance.As the shade lunged towards her once more, she didn't just defend herself this time. With a swift twist of her sword, she deflected the shade's blade and countered with a strike aimed directly at its torso. The shade recoiled, its form rippling as if in agony. Bella's eyes widened, a mix of astonishment and triumph flickering across her face."Excellent!" I exclaimed, my voice ringing out with encouragement. "You see? It can be wounded. Keep pressing on!" The shade quickly regained its composure, its movements growing swifter and more unpredictable. It tested her, feinting high before striking low, spinning and slashing with escalating ferocity. Bella struggl