Scarlett's POV

Scarlett felt her heart race as she observed the events unfolding right in front of her. Shadow had just eliminated Chaos. After countless years of being lovers, he ended her life as if she were insignificant. Shadow focused his attention on her, his shimmering golden eyes devoid of any emotion. Indeed, he rescued her from Chaos, yet that did not guarantee her safety. His ultimate goal had consistently been to get her heart, and he desired that above all else.

He moved closer to her, and she retreated to the ground, shaking her head. He advanced once more, bridging the gap she had established between them. She attempted...