*Kryzen*

I thrashed against the shadows that held me, but they clung to me like chains of midnight, unbreakable and cold. My muscles screamed in protest, my heart hammering against my chest. I was supposed to be there beside her fighting and protecting. But Briella stood there alone, her bright green eyes fierce and resolute as she faced down Tian.

"Kryzen!" Her voice sliced through the thick air, a mixture of determination and fear.

"Hold on, Briella! I'm ...