Ember Frost’s POV

A cold feeling settled in my chest.

“What do you mean, gone?” someone asked.

Elder Anna rubbed her temples as if trying to ease a growing headache.

“Harriet said Lilian suddenly left their hideout,” she explained. “At first they thought she had stepped out to check something. But when they tried to call her back, there was no response.”

The worry in her voice deepened.

“Harriet can still sense her through their connection. Lilian is moving… straight ...