Chapter 285

Slowly, her savior descended, their landing so gentle it felt like stepping onto a cloud.

Rose opened her tear-streaked eyes, gasping as she took in the face before her. It was one she never expected to see.

Long silver hair cascaded like molten moonlight down his back and his sharp violet eyes glowed like gems in darkness. He stood in his black robes, cold and regal, like a deity that descended from heaven.

“Z-Zedekiel…” she whispered, crying. “Y-You came for me. You saved me…”

Without a word, Zedekiel loosened his hold, letting her fall unceremoniously to the ground. Rose gasped in pain, stunned by his behaviour. "What do you think yo-"

“Make no mistake,” he said, coldly cutting her off as he stepped over her without hesitation. “I only saved you because you’re Ron’s blood.”

Before she could respond, his form flickered, vanishing as though he had never been there.

Rose sat frozen, unable to believe what had just happened. How could