Chapter 216 Into The Lion's Den

• Ariella and Raelen crept through the narrow tunnel that led to Emberfall’s dungeons, their footsteps muffled by the damp, earthen floor. The air was thick with the scent of mildew and magic—a dark, oppressive energy that pressed against Ariella’s senses.
• “Do you feel that?” Raelen whispered, his eyes scanning the dimly lit corridor ahead.
• Ariella nodded. “The wards are stronger here. The Queen’s magic is woven into every stone.”