The Crypt of the Black RoseMornings at Thorne Manor never felt as bright as they should. Even though the winter sun tried to pierce through the tall leaded windows, the aura of the ancient building remained heavy, as if every brick held the screams of the past.Liora Thorne stood in the main library, wearing a white wool sweater that stood out against the dark room. In her hand, the ancient key from her mother’s tomb felt cold. Mavric stood behind her, his arms wrapped possessively around her waist, his chin resting on her shoulder."Are you sure you want to do this now, Liora? We could wait until my injuries are fully healed," Mavric whispered, his voice carrying a rare tone of anxiety.Liora turned around, looking into Mavric’s grey eyes, which seemed unusually vulnerable this morning. "Mavric, if we don't open it now, Eleanor or the other 'Architects' will return. “We need to know what they are hiding before they use this secret to destroy us again."Mavric let out a long sig
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