My pendant burned against my skin, pulsing with a rhythm that matched my frantic heartbeat. As I collapsed to my knees, the medallion grew hotter, almost unbearable. Then suddenly, it exploded with light.
Hundreds of spectral ravens burst from the small silver circle, their translucent wings beating furiously as they scattered in all directions. Their caws echoed through the underground passages, sending chills down my spine.
"Find them," I whispered, my voice cracking with exhaustion and desperation.
The birds responded instantly, as if they'd understood my command. They flew through walls, disappeared into the darkness, searching every corner of this hellish labyrinth.
I struggled to my feet, pushing through the bone-deep fatigue. My legs trembled beneath me, threatening to buckle with each step. The magic I'd expended fighting Damian had drained me almost completely. But I couldn't stop. Not until I found Regina and Ronan.