Chapter 184: The Unseen Bond

Caitlin stirred, her senses slowly awakening to the murmur of a voice that seemed distant and muffled, like an echo from a dream. Her eyes fluttered open, but the surroundings were unfamiliar, casting a shadowy aura of confusion. As her awareness sharpened, she realized she was in an underground chamber, the air heavy with the scent of earth and herbs. Beside her, Raven lay motionless, a stark contrast to the life Caitlin had hoped to see. Earth and fragrant herbs had been scattered over her body, but Raven's stillness was haunting. Caitlin pushed herself up with a groan, feeling the soreness in her arms and the throbbing ache that had spread across her entire body. She glanced at her shoulder, noting the sticky residue of blood and dirt that clung to her fingers. The sight made her wince. Raven’s lack of a pulse and the serene, death- like pallor of her face brought Caitlin to a point of deep despair. Her beauty was ethereal, reminiscent of Zendedari’s tranquil sleep, which only deep