Chapter 178 Hidden Betrayal

The journey back to the Veylan Citadel was long and weary. As the group traveled, their bond grew stronger, and a silent understanding passed between them. The power of the talisman was undeniable, but Ariella knew that the real challenge lay ahead. She couldn’t shake the feeling that something was wrong, that they were not the only ones seeking the talisman. By the time they reached the outskirts of the citadel, dusk had fallen. The silhouette of the great fortress loomed against the darkening sky, its towering walls both imposing and welcoming. But something about the atmosphere felt different, as though a shadow had fallen over the place.