CHAPTER 56 — The Heart of ShadowsThe hum from the hidden chamber grew louder, vibrating through the concrete floor beneath Aiden and Luca. It was unnatural, mechanical yet alive, a throbbing heartbeat in the darkness.Aiden’s fists clenched. Every instinct screamed danger, but every fibre of his being screamed curiosity. He had to know what Darius meant.Luca’s hands were tight around his, trembling—not from fear, but anticipation.“Stay close,” Aiden muttered, eyes scanning the room. “Something’s coming.”Darius stepped back, almost ceremoniously, letting the chamber dominate the space. “Go ahead,” he hissed. “See what’s been hidden from you. See what you’ve been fighting for.”Aiden’s heart thudded. Slowly, he and Luca approached the panel. The hum turned into a low growl, like a beast awakening.Wolf and Rico flanked them, weapons ready. The remaining Serpents had scattered, but they weren’t gone. The air was tense, every second stretching into eternity.---The Chamber OpensAide
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