Chapter 16 Revelations

• In the aftermath of the confrontation with Seraphine and their followers, Jack Harper, Maria, and Isabella regrouped at the precinct, their minds racing with questions and concerns. The defeat of Seraphine had dealt a significant blow to the emerging threat, yet Jack couldn't shake the feeling that they had only scratched the surface of a much larger conspiracy.
• Isabella poured over the artifacts and documents recovered from the masquerade ball, her scholarly expertise guiding them through the labyrinth of symbols and arcane references. Each piece of evidence painted a picture of a centuries-old struggle for power—a battle that transcended mortal boundaries and delved into realms of ancient magic and forgotten lore.
• "We're missing something," Isabella murmured, her brow furrowed in concentration. "Seraphine's influence runs deeper than we initially thought."