#Chapter 257: Back to the Palace

Lucas glanced around the room before answering, his expression thoughtful. "It's in my bag. I didn't want to leave it unattended, especially after hearing what Professor Black had to say."

I nodded, understanding his cautious approach. "We'll have to be extra careful with it until we can return it to the palace."

Lucas reached for his bag, unzipping it carefully and retrieving the book from within. Its weight felt heavy in my hands as he passed it to me, and I couldn't help but feel a sense of foreboding as I held it.

"We should keep it somewhere safe until tomorrow," Lucas suggested, his eyes scanning the room for a suitable hiding spot.

I followed his gaze, my mind racing with possibilities. "What about the attic? It's not a place anyone would think to look."

Lucas nodded in agreement, his expression determined. "Good idea. Let's go."

Together, we made our way up the creaky stairs to the attic, the air heavy with dust and memories. We found a secluded corner and carefully placed the