protect her

Chapter 38

They stepped out into the hallway, Rhydian leading the way with Seraphina and his mother walking closely behind him. His senses stayed sharp, every muscle in his body coiled like a spring, ready to strike. The silence stretched, thick and suffocating, but Rhydian pushed forward, his mind running through every possible scenario.

Suddenly, he stopped abruptly, his eyes narrowing as his senses picked up the unmistakable presence of danger.

"They're here," he muttered, his voice low and cold.

Seraphina instantly fell into a defensive stance, her hand brushing against the hilt of her dagger. Rhydian's mother looked around warily, clutching her son's arm with concern.