Chapter 110. Attack by the Witch

Magnus

I was lost in deep sleep, my mind and body exhausted from the long days of planning and training. I was lying in a field, the warmth of someone beside me.

"Magnus." The person said, her laugh filling the air and traveling with the wind.

I felt at ease and happy. She kissed my cheeks, her hair blocking my site. She smelt like lavender, a familiar scent.

"Magnus." She said again. Her voice sounded so familiar, yet so distant.

She adjusted to a sitting position, finally letting me see her face. Her scent and voice weren't just familiar; I knew her.

"Astrid." I breathed. "What are you doing here? What's going on?"

Her smile fell. "Magnus, you have to wake up."

I could hear the sounds of distant screams and snarls getting closer. I looked around, but I couldn't see where exactly it was coming from.

"Magnus, I said you have to wake up!" Astrid said, her tone harsh. She stood up and kissed my forehead. "I love you."

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