Harley’s P.O.V.

Derek’s statement hit us like a physical blow. We both turned towards him, stunned.

“What? In this castle?”

Derek nodded gravely. “Yes, Lena is somewhere inside these walls. The signals went off after reaching here. So, I am certain she is in this castle.”

For a long, tense moment, none of us spoke. The fire crackled behind Derek, casting long shadows that seemed twisted with the weight of truth. I gripped Carlos’s arm tightly.

“Carlos, we have to find her now. Let’s go.”

But Carlos wrapped his arms around my shoulders, steady but reassuring.

“Wait. Calm down,” he said, his tone low but firm. “Don’t rush this, Princess.”...