The Hollow Realm had never been busier. People ran in every direction as supplies were gathered, weapons sharpened, maps unfolded, and horses prepared. Everyone understood one simple truth: the Kingdom of Ashes was no ordinary destination.It was a graveyard.A kingdom destroyed a thousand years ago, it was a place where sunlight never reached—a land cursed by Fenrir himself. And now, it housed Morgathra, the first monster ever created.Seraphina packed medicinal herbs into her satchel—bandages, healing crystals, moonleaf tea, and pain suppressants. Everything she might need for the trials ahead.Killian leaned against the wooden doorway, watching her quietly.Seraphina sighed without looking up. "You've been staring for ten minutes."Killian cleared his throat, rubbing the back of his neck. "I was trying to think of something romantic.""Oh?""Apparently, I'm terrible at it."She smirked. "You are."Killian reached into his heavy cloak, pulling out a small bouquet of wildflowers. Sim
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