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[PRESENT]
LOCATION: UNKNOWN
The memory faded gradually.
"She may not remember…" he murmured softly. "But she will."
It was only a matter of time.
Her awakening was drawing near.
"All preparations have been completed," he said under his breath. "We must be ready—for her, and for those who will walk alongside her."
He removed his cloak and set it upon the chair.
"Though I am no longer the only one she may come to cherish…"
He paused briefly.
"…but for me, she remains the only one in my heart and no one else."
He lifted his gaze toward the window once more, watching the moon shine brighter against the vast night sky.
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LOCATION: MIRKEN TERRITORY
HOUSE OF EVERETTE
GUEST QUARTERS
"WHAT THE HELL HAPPENED HERE, MIKAEL?!"
