Chapter Seventeen:

Lucy felt at peace as she walked through the woods, the crisp autumn air sending shivers down her spine. It had been nearly a year since she had discovered her magic, and life had been nothing but chaotic ever since.

But as she thought about Lucy's progress, she marveled at how far she'd come. With Marcus by her side, she had discovered her true potential, and her powers had grown stronger with each passing day.

As she approached a small stream, she stopped to take in the beauty of nature around her. She closed her eyes, focusing on her magic, and felt a powerful surge of energy coursing...