Ronan grinned. "Told you she was more than just a pretty face."
Aria scowled. "Stop saying that."
Damon ignored the banter, his focus on the now clear exit ahead. "Let's go."
No one argued.
They sprinted toward the glowing archway, their final hurdle behind them.
As soon as they crossed the threshold, the magic of the maze faded.
They had done it.
The test was over.
And they had survived.
As they walked further, the towering silhouette of Ravenhallow Academy finally came into view. The massive, gothic-style building loomed against the evening sky, its dark stone walls glowing faintly under the enchanted torches that lined its exterior. Even after everything they had been through in the maze, Aria still found herself momentarily breathless at the sight.
"We made it," she muttered, half in disbelief, half in triumph.
