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Chapter 42: A Revelation from the Shadows

The following day dawned with a sense of urgency that hung heavy in the air. My side still ached from Gabriel’s attack, but the wound was already beginning to heal—a testament to the strange connection I had felt growing stronger since I’d begun this journey. Nathanial insisted on keeping a close eye on me, his concern palpable as he guided me back to my home.

As I settled into my kitchen, trying to focus on a cup of tea to soothe my nerves, a sudden knock at the door startled me. Nathanial tensed, his hand instinctively reaching for the knife he kept hidden in his coat.

“I’ll get it,” I said, motioning for him to stay back. Whoever it was, they didn’t need to see how on edge we were.

I opened the door cautiously, and there stood a young woman I had never seen before. She had piercing blue eyes and an air of urgency about her.

“Emily Hawthorne?” she asked, her voice trembling slightly.

“Yes, that’s me. Can I help you?” I replied, curiosity piqued.

The woman glanced around nervously be
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