As the cool night air settled over the castle, Aurora and I made our way inside, our hands still entwined. The flickering torchlight illuminated the stone walls, casting dancing shadows that mirrored the uncertainty in our hearts.
“Where do we start?” Aurora asked, her voice steady despite the whirlwind of emotions still swirling within her. The warmth of my hand hopeully reassuring her, grounding her in the moment.
I paused, taking a deep breath as I surveyed the dimly lit corridor. “We need to gather our allies and assess the situation. We can’t face this threat alone.” I can feel my expression turning serious, the weight of my responsibilities coming to head.
“Right,” Aurora nodded, I could tell her mind is racing with the implications. “What if we start with the council? They need t
