Chapter 125

• The healer nodded quickly and set to work, her hands glowing faintly as she channeled her magic. I stayed rooted to the spot, my eyes never leaving Alera’s face. She looked so peaceful despite everything, her lashes fanning over pale cheeks, her lips slightly parted. She was always so stubborn, so fiery, and seeing her so still made me feel like I was being ripped apart from the inside.
• I turned away before the rage could consume me.
• Lira was brought in not long after, still unconscious but stable. I stood by Alera’s bedside like a sentinel, my thoughts a storm of fury and vengeance. Whoever did this, whoever dared come after her would regret it. I’d tear apart every kingdom, every clan, and every traitor until Ivy was back in chains and Alera was safe.