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Partners In The Dark
Author: James Peter
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Chapter 62: Partners in the Dark

The night was calm, the stars covered by dense clouds that seemed to suffocate the land. Raiden sat on the edge of the flame, his golden blade resting across his knees, its dim brightness throwing flickering shadows on his face. Kaela and Rurik were nearby, whispering in hushed voices, while Draco’s huge figure lay curled at the boundary, his golden eyes reflecting the distant horizon.

The stillness was broken by the hasty approach of footsteps. Raiden looked up as Myra emerged from the darkness, her cloak trailing behind her. Her countenance was stiff, her motions swift and determined.

“Myra,” Raiden replied, rising to his feet. “What’s happened?”

Myra halted just short of the fire, her breathing unsteady. “It’s Morgana,” she added, her voice low but urgent. “She’s joined forces with Giovanni.”

Kaela’s gaze narrowed, and she crossed the distance to stand beside Raiden. “Giovanni? I believed he vanished after your previous encounter.”

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