The Doctor's Reckoning

Chapter 325

The lights flickered as the alarms continued to blare, painting the marble walls in flashes of red.

Joaquin’s heart pounded against his ribs—not out of fear, but rage. He could already feel the heat building in his palms, his energy swirling violently like a living flame ready to consume everything in its path.

Miguel loaded his rifle with calm precision, the old soldier in him resurfacing. “Rick, secure the east wing. Get the rest of the guards to hold the main hall.”

Rick nodded. “On it.” He disappeared down the corridor, shouting orders as boots thundered against the floor.

Joaquin turned toward the hall that led to Serena’s room. “I’ll protect her.”

Miguel caught his arm. “No—you can’t do this alone. They’re after you, not her.”

“That’s exactly why I have to go,” Joaquin shot back, his voice low but dangerous. “If they reach her, they’ll use her against me.”

Before Miguel could argue, a deafening explosion ripped through the front gate. The shockwave shattered the glass windows,