SERAFINA The forest seemed never-ending and each step felt heavier than the last. Yet, I couldn't allow the rest of the slaves to suffer more than they already were. I moved among them, trying to offer comfort and support. I touched their trembling shoulders, trying to ease their pain, and held their hands to give them strength. My heart ached with every cough and gasp, but I refused to let fear consume me. I had to be their rock, their beacon of hope.When one of the slaves faltered and fell to the ground, tears streaming down her face, I rushed to her side. "Please, go on without me," she pleaded, her voice weak and fragile.I shook my head, my resolve unwavering. "No, we're in this together," I said firmly, helping her up. "I won't leave anyone behind. We will get through this, I promise."With every passing moment, the journey became more challenging. Yet, I couldn't afford to lose hope. I didn't know where the Cloaked Lycan was taken us to, but I best believed he had our intere
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