Ally's POV

　　"Absolutely." Elliot's eyes are steady on mine, his certainty a balm to the chaos of my heart. "I saw her- the witch- hand him the potion. I heard his incantations in the dead of night. There is no doubt."

　　"Then we must move quickly." Dawn stirs within me, her energy feeding my resolve. This isn't just a physical escape; it's spiritual freedom.

　　Elliot nods, his features etched with the gravity of our endeavour. "We leave tonight. Under the ...