Chapter 45. Sign

Lex’s POV

“Why does it feel like everything is spiraling out of my control?” I muttered as I stared at the moon from my bedroom balcony. “Why are you allowing such events to happen? Is this some kind of punishment, some kind of test?”

I sighed, my heart heavy.

The cool night air brushed against my skin, but it did little to alleviate the turmoil inside me.

I closed my eyes, hoping for clarity, but all I found was a growing sense of uncertainty that wrapped around me like a thick fog.

“Why are you allowing this impostor in my life?” I asked.

Since we left Asena in the clearing, I have carried this dreaded feeling with me. As if the very shadows were listening, a shiver ran down my spine. Each unanswered question deepened the chasm of doubt, leaving me to wonder if I would ever find peace amidst the chaos.

The situation was slowly eating me alive… and I was on the verge of erupting like a volcano.

I felt miserable, irritated, and