Chapter 537

Lindey nodded, letting go of my hand. "I'll call and check on him."

While she dialed, I offered a silent prayer, hoping everyone could finally find some peace.

Her voice drifted through my thoughts. "...Wayne, don't lie to me. Is he really okay?...Alright, I'm coming back. Tell him I was at Cloudscape Monastery, and I saw Rea."

She looked back at me as she spoke. "She's... she's doing well. She's fine. Tell Jace that Rea has forgiven our family... Yes, I understand..."

I lowered my head, feeling a wave of closure wash over me, finally letting go.

After Lindey left, I stayed, listening to Abbot Levinsky's chanting as dusk settled over the mountain. Only then did I finally start down the path.

Lena picked me up, grinning as she held out a bunch of sunflowers. "Congrats on your fresh start."

She got it—she knew this trip had helped me let go of all the anger and resentment I'd been carrying. I'd finally freed myself.

I hugged her, and later, we headed over to Mr. Seth's pub for a