Chapter 14: Web of Deceit
Johanna's Despair
Johanna's world crumbled as Azazela's betrayal sliced through her trust. The darkness closed in, suffocating her.
"Why, Azazela?" Johanna whispered, her voice trembling.
Azazela's smile twisted, her eyes glinting with malevolence.
"You're the key to unlocking true power, Johanna. Your heart , infused with the Light of Elyria, will grant me unimaginable dominance."
Troy's POV
I navigated the treacherous streets of Castrum, my heart racing with every step. Johanna's silence terrified me.
"Where are you, Johanna?" I muttered, scanning the shadows.
A faint whisper echoed in my mind.
"Troy...help..."
Johanna's POV
My thoughts reached out to Troy, my desperation palpable.
"Troy, don't come. Azazela has me. I won't let her—"
The connection severed, leaving Troy reeling.
Azazela's Plan
Azazela's lair pulsed with dark energy. Johanna, bound and helpless, hung from the ceiling.
"The ritual begins," Azazela announced, her voice dripping with excitement.
Johanna's eyes flashed defiance.
"You'll never succeed. Troy will stop you."
Azazela chuckled.
"Troy will soon join you in this little drama."
Troy sprinted through Castrum, determined to rescue Johanna.
"I'll save you, Johanna. No matter what."
As he burst into Azazela's lair, his heart sank.
Johanna, suspended in mid-air, her eyes pleading.
"Azazela, let her go," Troy demanded.
Azazela's gaze locked onto Troy.
"Welcome to the show."