CHAPTER THIRTY- FOUR

Ethan’s POV

As I held Scarlett's pendant in my hands, a myriad of emotions washed over me. Relief, hope, and a renewed determination filled my heart. It was undeniable proof that Scarlett had been here, that she had left behind this token of her presence. But it also raised questions—why would she leave her cherished pendant behind? What message was she trying to convey?

"Nathan! Samantha!" I called out urgently, my voice echoing through the ruins. They hurried over, their expressions mirroring my mix of relief and concern. Samantha gently took the pendant from my hands, her own trembling slightly. Her eyes met mine, filled with a combination of hope and determination.

"This is a sign, Ethan," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Scarlett was here, and she left this behind mistakenly. It's a message for us, a breadcrumb to follow."

Nathan's brow furrowed as he studied the pendant. "But what could it mean? Why would she leave her pendant behind? It doesn't make sense."

I sighed