Chapter 53

Lily's POV

Leo paced back and forth in front of me, his eyes burning with curiosity and something more sinister. The room felt stifling, the air heavy with tension as I knew he was preparing to interrogate me about the power I had just unleashed. My wrists were still bound, and I could feel the cool metal of the chains digging into my skin.

"So, Lily," Leo began with a voice filled with false sweetness, "care to explain that little display of power? I must admit, I'm rather intrigued."

I refused to let fear seep into me. I met his gaze with a defiant glare, "I don't owe you any explanations, Leo. You have no right to question me."

Leo chuckled darkly and narrowed his eyes at me. "Ah, but you see, my dear Lily, I have every right. As your captor, it is my duty to unmask the depths of your abilities. Your power is far greater than I had imagined. I really have underestimated you."

I clenched my fists, the chains rattling against my skin. "What do you want