Saving Aiden

"You can just leave me here, Ethan," Luciana said, her voice barely above a whisper. "The man was right, I might only slow you down."

"I can't leave you getting killed in their hands, Luciana." I insisted. "We must see this kingdom to get changed about us, remember?"

Luciana managed to break a smile at me. "I believe in you, Ethan. But I think you can achieve it with or without me. So, please, save yourself first. Find your brother."

She tried to remove my hands away from her but my grip was stronger than she could imagine. I still have a few questions for her that need to be addressed.

But in order to make that happen, I have to save her as well. I still want to meet her my brother. And I know it will happen in a matter of time.

The man leaves with no choice but to lead us the way. We navigated the treacherous surroundings, our energy levels rapidly dwindling. My muscles screamed in protest, and my own movements became sluggish.

However, determination pu