Chapter 78

Hidden behind a thick cluster of rose bushes. The conspirators, unaware of our presence, had grown suspicious. They had heard something—a small, innocent sneeze that had escaped Seraphina's lips. Now, their relentless search threatened to expose us.

We exchanged worried glances, fear dancing in our eyes. With every step they took, their voices grew louder, their intent palpable. The stranger's voice carried a chilling determination as he barked orders, demanding a thorough investigation of the area.

"Someone is here," he hissed. "Find them, or our plan is jeopardized."

Our hearts pounded in our chests as we silently moved from one hiding spot to another. The garden, once a sanctuary, had become a labyrinth of danger. We darted behind a row of tall hedges, our bodies pressed flat against the foliage. I could hear my own heartbeat, the adrenaline pumping through my veins.

The men's footsteps echoed, growing closer. We held our breath, praying that the rustling of leaves beneath their fe