Chapter 133

It felt as if the world around me had stopped. I softly clutched my chest, trying to steady my breathing. After sacrificing my position as the next High Priestess, I didn’t have a whole lot to sacrifice, so I didn’t like where this was headed.

“The Veil has layers depending on each threat,” Aelius spoke. “The one who creates the Veil is expected to stay inside to keep watch on every layer within the realm.”

My heart ached as I realized what he was saying. I would have to give up everything, my freedom, my life…all to keep Alaric, everyone, safe from Baelor.

But it would be worth it, I know it would…

“If that’s what it takes to keep Alaric safe,” I accept my faith, “then once again—I’ve already decided.”

“That’s not all, Adelaide.”

There was more? My chest tightened at the mere thought. “Then what is it?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.

Aelius tilted his head. “Where do you think your strength comes from?”

I frowned, t