My Blood Wizard System
But right now they’re alive, and scared, and looking at me like I might be the answer.
So I do the only thing I can.
Celeste (offering my hand across the table):
“Welcome to the valley.
We protect our own.”
Holly takes it first, grip strong.
Malik next, gentle.
Vera last, scar pulling tight as she finally nods.
Ten pieces down.
Thirty-seven to go.
And now the war just got personal.
The Hollow Choir is coming.
We’ll be ready.
Even if it costs us everything.