The return to the Nightshade estate was a blur of exhaustion and relief. The United Global Guard formed a tight perimeter around Faith, Killian, and Leo, ensuring they safely made it up the winding mountain path. The heavy blizzard was still howling through the pine trees, but inside the main estate house, the large stone fireplace was roaring with a massive, welcoming fire.The moment they crossed the threshold, Elena Nightshade let out a shaky breath and rushed forward, her hands moving over Leo’s face and then gripping Killian’s strong forearms.“They are fully healed, Mom,” Faith said softly, her voice tired but incredibly peaceful. “The poison is completely gone.”Let's get everyone into clean clothes and get some hot food into you, Elena said, her eyes bright with grateful tears. “Doctor Laura is waiting upstairs just to double-check everything.”An hour later, the hectic energy of the day finally slowed to a calm, quiet rhythm. Leo was sitting at the long kitchen table, wearing
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