Chapter 130

Maren

The moment Zarek disappears from the sky, the world comes crashing back into me.

Not all at once.

In waves.

My knees buckle first. Then my breath goes thin and sharp, like the air has suddenly decided it’s optional. The glow around my skin flickers, stutters, then dims, leaving me cold in a way that has nothing to do with the damp forest air.

I sway.

Strong hands catch me before I hit the gr