Chapter 153: The Gathering Storm.

Dark clouds hung on the horizon. Chloe and Liam sensed a reaction in the air. Something was coming— whispers of change devolving into a storm. Old enemies and new adversaries gathered against them. Chloe is standing at the top of the hill, overlooking the village. The sky was an ominous gray, deep. Just a bit of wind began to pick up, and between the whistling, she heard the leaves rustle wide in the trees below. She felt a cold shiver all down her spine, as indeed, she knew they did need to prepare youngsters on duty—their guards shouldn't let up just yet. Drawing close to her with a reassuring palm on her shoulder, Liam said softly, "We will make it through." His eyes were determined. Chloe nodded. "We're going to have to rally everyone. Old friends and new allies. We're going to need all the help we can get.". They got back to the village and called for a gathering. All the people in their town assembled in the central square. From their faces, there was more anxiety and resolut