Chapter 192 - Luke, The Actor

Although the trip to the Shadowers' stronghold was lengthy, Luke was used to long walks. He considered what they were facing as he rode through the thick forest, the trees towering over him like silent guards. The infant was now considerably more at risk from Damien's escalating threat, especially with Maria no longer alive. Luke would not allow that to happen. He made his way to the quarters of an old friend, one of the few individuals he could truly rely on, Nessa, a dependable Shadower. It was only a moment before she opened her door to his knock and her eyes widened in shock at what she saw, “Luke," she said in a hushed excitement as she moved to make room for him. "What brings you here in the middle of the night?” she asked, Luke entered the small but warm apartment with a flickering small fire in the hearth. With caution, he set Mariham down on a chair close by, keeping him snug in his blanket. "I need your help," he stated in a quiet but desperate tone. “This is Lyd