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Chapter 55: Under The Mark

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Seraphina

I turned on the vintage faucet and let the crystal-clear water cascade into the deep, richly-colored tub. As I glanced down at my bloodied hand, I traced the crimson streaks along Alexander's pristine walls. It was just one of the things I accidentally broke while I was here. I couldn’t help but think we might have been immature. Just when everything seemed to be going smoothly, Xandriel had to come in and ruin it all. Outside, the wind battered the window panes as a storm brewed, its fierce power sweeping over the hillside.

So, am I totally broken now? Is this what it feels like? Even after cleaning up the mess Xandriel caused, I couldn’t shake this never-ending nightmare. I felt like I was clinging to a reality that wasn’t mine, trying to convince myself it was the whole truth.

We all mess up sometimes, but unfortunately, there’s no way to undo our errors in this world. The realization settled heavily on my shoulders, a reminder of my own helplessness.

“Hey there!” A voic
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