The journey through the absolute void of the twilight domain was entirely devoid of physical sensation. There was no rushing wind, no deafening roar of magic, and no terrifying plunge into darkness. There was only a profound, heavy silence and the steady, secure grip of the God of Shadows.
Valeria kept her amethyst eyes closed. She trusted Silas completely, allowing him to navigate the impossible, unseen pathways that connected the shadows of the world.
The transition back into physical reality was sudden but perfectly smooth. The ground simply reappeared beneath her combat boots. The heavy, absorbing silence of the void was instantly replaced by the rich, vibrant symphony of a world waking up.
Valeria opened her eyes.
