The Man I Once Refused
She could feel the Shadows responding, moving like a living army at her command, but even as their power bent to her will, the thought of facing an entire force of Shadowborn made her chest tighten.
The first wave struck suddenly. Shapes darker than the night itself emerged from the forest, their twisted limbs moving with unnatural fluidity. They attacked with a ferocity that seemed almost intelligent, striking the fortress walls, testing the wards, and seeking weaknesses. Amelia’s hands flared with golden light as she directed the Shadows, forming shields, barriers, and spears to counter each assault.
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