The Desert of Shadows

 (Chapter 74:Mira's Pov) 

 The heat of the desert feels like a constant weight pressing down on my skin, suffocating me with every step. The endless stretch of golden sand blurs together in the distance, as if the horizon itself is trying to disappear. The dry wind burns my lungs, and I wipe the sweat from my brow, trying to ignore the biting sting in my eyes. It's hard to keep moving, but I don't have a choice. We need to find the oracle. We need answers.

 Lorenzo's presence beside me is the only thing that keeps me grounded. His unwavering calm, his strength, is a constant reminder that I'm not alone in this. His sharp gaze scans the desert, watching for any signs of danger. Even in this scorching wasteland, he's a steady force, and I can't help but find comfort in that.