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Chapter 102: Tethered Shadows
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The chamber was silent, but the air was thick with tension. My heart pounded as I stared at Elara’s outstretched hand.Behind me, Elias was still breathing hard, his magic coiled and ready. Maxwell and Mara stood tense, waiting for my move. And Elara—she simply watched me, her dark eyes filled with something both familiar and terrifying.“Lena.” Elias’s voice was sharp. “Don’t.”Elara didn’t flinch. “Why do you hesitate?” she asked softly. “You know what we are, sister. You felt it when I woke. You felt the bond between us. It’s stronger than anything you’ve ever known. So why are you afraid?”I swallowed. “Because I don’t know if it’s you anymore.”Her expression flickered, something almost like hurt passing over her face before she masked it with a small, knowing smile. “I am me. I am more me than I have ever been.” She lowered her hand slightly. “And you could be, too.”Maxwell stepped forward. “She’s manipulating you,” he said, his voice low and dangerous. “She knows what you want
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