Jade's sudden appearance sent a jolt of fear through Lila, confirming her worst suspicions. The warmth of the fire seemed to vanish, replaced by a chilling dread that settled over the cottage. Cole stepped protectively in front of Lila, his eyes narrowed, assessing the threat."Jade," Cole said, his voice dangerously low. "What's going on? Why are you doing this?"Jade chuckled, a hollow, unsettling sound. "Doing? My dear Cole, I'm simply embracing my destiny. For too long, I've lived in the shadows, hiding my true nature. But now, the time has come for me to claim what is rightfully mine."She gestured towards Lila with a dismissive wave of her hand. "And as for my dear cousin Lila, well, she's simply a pawn in my game. A means to an end."Lila clutched the locket, its smooth surface a small comfort against the rising panic. "What do you want, Jade?" she asked, her voice trembling slightly. "Why are you doing this to us?"Jade's smile widened, revealing a hint of cruel amusement. "Oh
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