EvelynI woke to gray light filtering through the trees and the sound of camp breaking around me. My body ached from yesterday's ride, muscles protesting as I sat up.Rafe was already awake, rolling up his bedroll with practiced efficiency."Morning," he said when he saw me stirring. "How'd you sleep?""Not well." I touched the pendant Serah had given me, still warm against my skin. "You?""Same."Around us, the warriors moved quietly, packing supplies and checking weapons. Cole stood near his horse, still bound but looking more alert than yesterday. His eyes found mine across the clearing, and something passed between us—understanding, maybe. Or shared fear.Talia appeared with water and dried fruit. "Eat. You'll need your strength today."I forced myself to eat, though the food tasted like ash. My stomach was twisted with nerves that had nothing to do with hunger."Evelyn." Talia's voice was gentle. "Whatever happens tomorrow, you won't face it alone.""I know." I managed a weak sm
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