Chapter One hundred and Twenty One

Xander’s Pov

As the realization dawned upon me that Allegra absorbed my warlock powers to shield me from harm, a whirlwind of emotions swept through me. Fear gnawed at the edges of my consciousness, mingling with gratitude and concern for her well-being. How would her body react to the influx of power? What unseen consequences might she face as a result of her selfless act? With a determined focus, I channeled my energy, willing it to return to me and release her from its grasp.

With each passing moment, I could feel the familiar surge of power coursing back into my veins, the glow surrounding Allegra slowly fading as the bond between us shifted once more. But even as relief flooded through me, a faint shimmer of light remained with her; a faint glow remained with Allegra, and when she started to wake up, the glow retreated into her body, a silent testament to her sacrifice.

As she began to stir, I moved closer, offering her my support as she sat up. Her eyes fluttered open, illuminat