Ailetta's heart pounded in her chest, her mind raced as she recalled every moment she had shared with Noah, every time he protected her, guided her, and trusted her. But now, she felt like a burden, a liability that doesn't deserve to stand by his side anymore. She feared being the weak link that could jeopardize Noah's safety, but it was also this fear that fueled her resolve.
She gave one last look in Noah's direction before retreating to the shadows of a nearby corner. Her arms felt like mountains as she struggled to lift them. Her hesitance still resisted against her as she began to activate a spell, a spell that would be considered her trademark ability, but something was different.
