CHAPTER 236: SHE'S FINALLY HERE

Victoria rushed through the crowded halls of the fair, her heart pounding in her chest. She had left Harry's place as soon as she could, guilt gnawing at her for not being there when her team needed her the most. The echoes of Sarah's frantic call still rang in her ears, urging her to hurry. When she finally reached their booth, she stopped dead in her tracks. The scene before her was chaotic. Papers were scattered everywhere, equipment was awry, and Sarah looked utterly defeated. Sandrine stood by her side, a helpless expression on her face. "Sarah! Sandrine!" Victoria called out, rushing over. Sarah looked up, her eyes red and puffy from crying. She straightened slightly, but there was a coldness in her gaze that made Victoria's heart sink. "Victoria, you're here." "I'm so sorry I'm late," Victoria said, panting slightly. "I got here as fast as I could." Sarah's expression didn't soften. She glanced at the mess around them. "Well, you're here now. I guess that counts for somethi