chapter 41

~ Luciana's POV~

In the dim moonlight, Luciana found herself deep within a dense forest, surrounded by towering trees that seemed to reach up to the sky. The moon's gentle glow managed to seep through the thick foliage, creating a mystical atmosphere. As she darted through the trees, the silver light danced upon the ground, casting eerie, shifting shadows that played tricks on her eyes.

Her heart pounded in her chest, pounding like the bass of her favorite song at full volume. With every step she took, the sound of her own rushing footsteps reverberated in her ears, a constant reminder of her urgent mission. The air felt heavy and thick, making it hard for her lungs to fill with oxygen. Her breaths came in short bursts, as if she was blowing out candles on a birthday cake, desperately trying to catch her breath in between.

Sweat poured down her forehead, dripping onto her eyelashes, creating an annoying sting that made her want to rub her eyes. But there was no time for that. She had