seventy five

Blake stood at Lisa's doorstep, calling out again. When there was no response, he began to turn away but stopped as Kiara’s words echoed in his head. He knew Lisa was supposed to be in her room.

With renewed determination, he knocked gently on the door once more.

Inside, Lisa fought to call for Blake’s help, but Taylor’s spell prevented her from making a sound. “No one is coming to save you,” Taylor hissed as her grip on Lisa’s throat was tightening.

As Blake knocked again, Taylor raised her free hand, whispering a spell under her breath. Lisa sensed the deadly intent and shut her eyes tight, waiting for the inevitable. Just as Taylor was about to unleash her fatal magic, the door burst open, and Blake’s shocked face appeared in the doorway.

Blake rushed over to where Lisa lay on the floor with his expression a mix of concern and confusion. “Lisa, are you okay? Wake up,” He pleaded, his voice wavering with emotion as he pulled her into his arms.

Lisa opened her eyes weakly and fixed t