121. Blackening

The deafening silence that settled between them was broken when the barrier suddenly exploded. Luven quickly covered his mother and glared at the vague figure behind the shattering barrier. He was ready to summon his magic and throw an attack if only Laina had not tugged on his hands. 

Her grip tightened around his wrists, and her eyes shook while looking at the silhouette. When the surroundings cleared, First Highest Priest Yunis was revealed.

"Laina!" Yunis dashed towards the marchioness and quickly tended to her. Concern was etched on his face, but Laina immediately grabbed him, ignoring his worried look.

"Luna! Where is Luna?! You need to go back! The third highest priest will harm her! Quick, Yunis—