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Henry was already there when they arrived, pacing nervously in front of Azriel’s office door. The moment he saw them, he rushed forward, his eyes filled with concern. “Bring her in, quickly!”
Asher carried Bella into the office and gently set her down on a sofa. Henry immediately began drawing a series of intricate runes on the floor with chalk that he had in his pocket, creating a protective circle. The air was thick with tension as Bella’s breathing grew more labored, her body trembling with the force of the witch’s attack.
Azriel and Lora entered the room just as Henry finished his preparations. “What can we do to help?” Lora asked, her voice steady despite the worry in her eyes.
“Just keep everyone out,” Henry replied, his voice strained. “I need absolute silence and focus for
