Chapter 98

Selena's POV

The figure turned slowly, and in the flickering torchlight, their face remained obscured. A sinister smile played on their lips, and the silence that followed spoke louder than any words.

A whisper escaped their lips, sending a chill down my spine. "Welcome home, Luna. Nightshade has left its mark, but it seems we have barely made a dent. Damian tells me you're a very weak Luna."

The voice sent shivers down my spine. I wouldn't be able to describe if I was asked to, but it carried an edge to it that sent my instincts tingling.

"Who are you?" I asked.

Another heavy silence from his end sent my heart beating. The person retreated further into the shadows.

"Beat me and you shall find out," he said.

"Or you can let me. I would appreciate having the freedom to search through the castle and uncover your secrets,"

As it spoke, it retreated further down the hall. But I was frozen where I stood, uncertain whether to pursue or retreat.

The mysterious stranger sounded really da