Chapter 91

The abrupt darkness enveloped them, creating an air of mystery and suspense. A collective murmur of surprise swept through the crowd as the pulsating beats of the music continued, uninterrupted.

Thorian's hand, still extended in the darkness, found Ashley's in the void. The unexpected turn of events seemed to intensify the connection between them, the absence of visual stimuli heightening the awareness of each other's presence.

Amidst the darkness, a faint, ethereal glow emanated from Garrick, the mysterious figure who had been observing Ashley earlier. His eyes, now fully illuminated with an otherworldly radiance, held an intensity that demanded attention.

As the crowd adjusted to the sudden blackout, whispers of speculation filled the air. Thorian, undeterred by the unexpected interruption, squeezed Ashley's hand reassuringly, silently communicating a sense of solidarity in the face of the unknown.

In the midst of the darkness, a voice echoed, resonating with an eerie authority. "Th