Chapter 53 “ I can’t do this “

The room fell silent, and I could feel everyone’s attention on me and Elara. My heart raced, but I did my best to steady my breathing as she took slow steps toward me. When she finally stopped just a few feet away, she reached for her beautiful, heavy emerald necklace. Without a word, she gently placed it around my neck.

A strange energy surged through me the moment the necklace touched my skin—warm, almost electric. My body stiffened, but I held my ground. The room suddenly erupted with applause, excited whispers spreading like wildfire. Making me confuse. Elara’s expression softened into a smile, and her voice, though kind, carried an air of power.

"This necklace is a traditional heirloom," she explained. "Passed down from generation to generation. It holds a protection spell cast by my grandfather. This is my gift to you. Now, you are its keeper. Respect it, and it will protect and honor you in return."

I lowered my head in gratitude, but as I did, the necklace gleamed brightly