I'm ready
The car hummed quietly beneath us as it rolled through the dark, winding roads of the demon realm. I settled into the soft leather seat, my eyes fixed on the ever-changing landscape outside the window.
The world beyond was rugged and untamed, with jagged mountains silhouetted against a blood-red sky. Shadows danced across the land, creating a dramatic interplay of light and dark, as if the very earth was alive with energy.
Riley sat beside me, her hand resting lightly in mine. She was quiet, but I could feel her excitement buzzing just beneath the surface. This was new for her stepping into my world, seeing it with fresh eyes.
I wanted her to feel included, to understand the depth and complexity of what lay ahead. But more than that, I wanted her to know how much it meant to me that she was here, by my side.