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Chapter 57: Barricade
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2026-06-08 14:00:35Luz’s grip on the hilt of his sword tightened until the black steel groaned under the pressure. “She was there? His voice dropped to a dangerous whisper. “Estela personally supervised your torture for decades while claiming to be a beacon of righteousness?” he took another step forward, his towering, armoured form casting a menacing shadow over the old man. Cassandra approached, standing beside Luz. “Commander,” she whispered hurriedly. “If the wards
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