Chapter 21: Forgotten Library
The Forgotten Library buzzed with an ethereal energy as Emma stood before a towering bookshelf, her fingers tracing the spines of ancient volumes. Each book whispered a different tale, promising secrets yet to be unveiled. She felt the weight of history bearing down on her, a reminder that the past held both answers and dangers.
Beside her, Alex scanned the shelves with a keen eye, his hacker instincts finely tuned. "Emma, I sense something amiss," he whispered, his voice laced with concern. "There's a presence lurking in the shadows, watching our every move."
Emma's senses heightened, and she peered into the darkness, her heart pounding in her chest. "We're not alone," she murmured, her voice determined. "Stay close, Alex. We must proceed with caution."
