Chapter 108

HAILEE.

As I scoured every nook and cranny of the cemetery, a determination burned within me. The air carried a solemn stillness, broken only by the sound of my footsteps and the rustling of leaves beneath my feet. I meticulously cleaned the area, ensuring that not a trace of my presence remained. It was crucial that no one knew I had ventured here, for the truth I sought had to be uncovered in secrecy.

Once satisfied with my efforts, I made my way back to the house, moving with a stealth that had become second nature to me. As I slipped through the corridors, a sense of urgency propelled me forward. There was no time to waste, for my promise to my students loomed overhead. The training session was imminent, and I had to prepare.

Stepping into the confines of my room, I shed my dusty attire and allowed the warm water to embrace my tired body. Each droplet that cascaded down my skin was a soothing balm, washing away the remnants of my clandestine expedition. The water, clear as my inte