CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY TWO - FOLLOW THE TRAIL

As they prepared to leave the library, Mara paused, a thought occurring to her. "Clarissa, do you think we should tell Cassius about what we've found?" Clarissa considered for a moment before shaking her head. "Let's wait until we have something more concrete. No need to get his hopes up just yet." Mara agreed, and they spent the rest of the day preparing for their journey to Long Island, both filled with anticipation for what they might discover. The next morning, Mara and Clarissa arrived at the historic Noble Library on Long Island. The imposing building stood as a testament to the family's legacy, its neo-gothic architecture a stark contrast to the modern buildings surrounding it. "It's even more impressive in person," Mara breathed, taking in the intricate stonework and towering spires. Clarissa nodded, a hint of pride in her voice. "The Nobles never did anything by halves." They made their way inside, where they were greeted by the head librarian, a bespectacled woman named