Bloodlines Of Fire And Fate의 모든 챕터: 챕터 61 - 챕터 64

The journey through the shadowed forest was quiet, each step crunching softly beneath their feet. The afternoon sun filtered through the dense canopy, slicing the air into golden shafts that illuminated dust motes and the exhaustion written on Kael’s face. Every few minutes he would stumble, his body protesting, and Damon’s hand would slide to his shoulder, steadying him without a word. Evelyn felt a pang of guilt, wishing he didn’t have to bear this burden, that the journey could be easier, but she knew it wasn’t possible. The hike should of been over by now but Kael had them walking slower than anticipated, he had pushed himself too hard and ripped open the stitches again. Mira and Brina walked close to her, small and determined, faces pale but resolute. Their little hands occasionally brushed hers for reassurance, and each time she squeezed theirs back, a silent promise to protect them. They were only eight, yet their eyes carried centuries of wisdom and terror no child should ev

The new safehouse felt almost too quiet, a rare pause after the chaos of the last few weeks. For the first time in what felt like forever, Evelyn allowed herself to simply exist. No scanning for threats, no counting every movement for danger, no anticipating shadows that weren’t there. She inhaled slowly, the scent of pine and damp earth filling her lungs, and felt, just for a heartbeat, the strange luxury of calm. The twins moved about like small shadows, exploring corners, laughing softly at each other’s jokes—quiet, measured, but carrying a lightness Evelyn hadn’t realized she’d missed. Mira’s curious eyes scanned every shelf, every table, while Brina followed, careful to step where her sister stepped. Each small giggle, each whispered conversation, filled the room with life she hadn’t allowed herself to enjoy before. Aleta moved silently through the house, tending to wards along the perimeter and muttering spells under her breath. The soft vibrations of her incantations were a