Chapter 182：No exceptions

Elara’s POV

“The final trial’s tomorrow, Vander. We’re running out of time. Can’t we deal with Corvus after it’s over?”

Vander’s jaw tightened, his eyes dark with resolve. “No, Elara. We can’t let Corvus slip away. If we don’t catch him now, he’ll disappear, and as long as he’s out there, he’s a threat to you. I won’t risk your safety again.”

“But—”

He cut me off, his voice low but heavy with guil