Chapter 41: Shadows of Truth

Marcus Chen's eyes met Avery's, and a series of secrets passed between them in that moment.

"Hello, Avery," he said aloud."It's time we talked."

Behind them, Blackthorn University had burned down. A world of mysteries was ahead Standing between her past and future, Avery realized her greatest challenge was only just beginning.

The decision she took now would have an impact not only on her own fate, but on everyone she cared about Hero or villain, deliverer or destroyer, the path she chose would alter everything.

As enchantresses cried and the sky turned orange from destruction, Avery went forward, ready to face whatever came next. The game had changed, This time, she would create the rules herself.

"Dad," Avery said, her voice barely audible above the pandemonium around them. A thousand thoughts raced through her mind, but all she could muster was "Why now?"