"Where are we going?" Aldrake asked as they sprinted through the forest.
"Somewhere far from them. I need to rest… my power is nearly drained," Amber replied breathlessly.
But before they could get farther, a beam of light suddenly shot toward them from behind, forcing the three of them to crash violently to the ground.
Amber quickly stood and turned, her fists clenching when she saw another sorcerer — one whose power equaled Florita's.
It was Madame Julie. Florita's sister.
"Julie," Amber hissed.
"Yes, Amber. It's me. Don't be afraid—" Madame Julie didn't finish her sentence because Amber screamed back at her.
"I'm not afraid! I have never feared any of you — only hated you!"
"Is that so?" Julie replied calmly. "I can't really blame you. I would also harbor hatred… especially if my parents were murdered."
"Shut up! Don't you dare mention my parents!" Amber's fury erupted, and black smoke swirled around her clenched fist.
But Madame Julie only smirked.
