The Shadow's Grasp

The resolve Adrian felt the night before seemed like a distant memory as he woke up the next morning. The weight of the previous letter and the dark figure's presence still haunted his thoughts. Despite his friends' support, the temptation was like a persistent whisper, gnawing at the edges of his mind.

The group had decided to rest and regroup, using the time to plan their next steps against the Order. Adrian's tension was palpable, but he tried to focus on their discussions, pushing the dark thoughts aside.

As the day went on, the peaceful facade began to crack. That evening, as they settled in for the night, Adrian noticed a new letter slipped under the door. His heart sank as he picked it up, knowing it would only bring more turmoil.

"Adrian,