Chapter 348

Amidst the suffocating grip of fatigue, Jude's thoughts turned to Layla, a flickering beacon amid the encroaching gloom. The memory of their shared struggles bolstered his determination, weaving a tether of hope amidst the chaos that beset him.

As he wove through the shadows, Jude's senses strained against the oppressive weight of his circumstances. The darkness seemed to conspire against him, amplifying the specter of the monster that pursued him with unyielding resolve.

The clamor of pursuit spurred Jude onward, each stride a testament to his defiance of fate's malevolent hand. The pain from his wounds threatened to unravel his resolve, yet he pressed forward with unwavering determination.

Amidst the disorienting haze of exhaustion, Jude's thoughts coalesced into a singular purpose: to outpace the encroaching peril and reclaim a sliver of agency amidst the island's relentless trials.