Marked by the enemy alpha
The fire crackled softly in the center of the ruined temple, casting long shadows over the faces of those who had survived the Order’s assault. Night had fallen, and though the battle was over, its echo lingered in the wind—smoke, blood, and unease.
Aria sat with her knees drawn up, arms wrapped around them, her gaze fixed on the flames. They danced with an intensity that mirrored the conflict inside her. She had fought beside Lyanna, her supposed sister, and together, they had pushed back a force meant to annihilate them. And yet, questions gnawed at the edge of her mind, whispering truths she wasn’t ready to hear.
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