Chapter 106
Dax stretched his arms apart, breathing in the brutal, blood-soaked air. His eyes remained sealed shut, completely unconcerned with the devastation around him.
Mother.
The word lingered in his mind like a sacred prayer, heavy with longing and quiet determination.
I am close.
He turned to Nadia, who gently returned his weapon. Dax noticed the faint tremble in her touch, the way her fingers lingered for a heartbeat before pulling away sharply, as if the blade burned her skin. She looked haunted.
Madeka floated gracefully to her side.
"You were impressive out there," Madeka said with a warm smile, her voice soft and genuine.
Nadia stood in shock, her eyes distant and her breathing shallow, still reeling from the overwhelming experience.
