As the woman's words hung in the air, Elara felt a surge of power within herself, the
remnants of fear transformed into resolve. "You may think you hold the cards, but this ends
tonight."
Damien stepped forward, his presence a shield at her side. "We stand united against you.
You've held this town hostage for too long."
With a flick of her wrist, the woman summoned shadows that flickered along the walls,
twisting and writhing as if alive. "You think you can challenge the darkness? You'll learn soon
enough that it's more powerful than you can imagine."
Elara held her ground, drawing strength from the connection she felt with Damien and Lucy.
"We will not be afraid of you. The darkness only thrives where fear exists."
"Then let us see how brave you truly are," the woman hissed, launching the shadows toward
them.
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The Midnight Oath
RomanceThe story follows Elara Blackwood, a woman burdened by a dark secret, and Damien Voltaire, a mysterious man haunted by his own tragic past. When they meet under the strangest of circumstances, their connection ignites a forbidden passion. But beneat...
