[Avira]
I took a fearful step backwards, and cast a desperate look towards Declan who was bleeding now.
But he was still, and motionless. His eyes were closed, and his chest was not moving.
Regina was still advancing towards me with the knife stretched out in front of her.
My already accelerated heartbeat increased even more as my eyes darted around the room quickly, in search of what to protect myself with.
It was pointless to keep hoping that Declan would wake up, not when he had lost so much blood. At this point, I could only try to defend myself against Nanisca's attack, and at the same time, hope Declan was not in a critical condition, or dead.
I thought of dashing to the crown stand, and grabbing my crown. I also thought of throwing the crown at her but what will happen after? What if I miss?
My eyes fell on Declan's sword on the floor, and without thinking, I reached for it, and picked it up. Regina reacted with a smirk.
