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Barto had gone to visit his home after Abril and Alessandro left the royal palace, but he found no one there.noveldramaHe had been following the trail of festivities, lingering like a mouse among the celebrations. He sighed heavily, admitting to himself that he didn't know where Maya had gone. She was too stubborn to let anyone follow her. Later, Barto picked up Cassian, thinking he might be able to help. In the end, they searched for the palace together. The first to find Maya was Cassian. She was sitting on the ground, surrounded by a soft blanket, with flowers blooming all around her. If he hadn't stumbled upon her, he might not have noticed her at all. "What are you doing here?" he asked, surprised.Maya looked up, her thoughts having consumed her so completely that she hadn't heard him approach. "I was just thinking." "You shouldn't be here. It's not safe," Cassian warned, extending his hand toward her. Maya hesitated, feeling that she had the right to be there after everything that had happened. "I don't want to leave. I need to be here." Abril had used this place before leaving, but it hadn't provided her with a cure; it merely made her feel better for a moment. "But you really shouldn't be here.It will be dark soon, and the nights are getting colder." "That's true," Maya admitted, still unwilling to move. Cassian sat beside her, concern etched on his face. "What's going on, Maya?" "When Abril feels better, I thought about running to you. But if you wanted to come, I wouldn't stop you." "I have every right to be by your side," he insisted. "I won't deny that I'm still a bit annoying, but that's why I want to fight for you. You didn't trust me." "I don't want anyone knowing that you have time for me," Cassian replied, frustration creeping into his voice."Maya, I love you, and I want to be with you. I want you to consider me when making decisions. I want to share the good moments with you, but you can't keep hiding behind others. Even if this pest wants to be by your side, maybe you don't want to be with me?" "Of course I do! That's what I want most," she said, her eyes shining with determination. "Then you'll have to stand by my side," he urged. --- Sophia followed her sister in silence as they crossed the countryside toward the palace. Memories flooded her mind, and she longed to return home, but fear had kept her away.When they arrived, Sophia looked around with deep emotion. The garden was vibrant, filled with colorful flowers, and a small gazebo stood in the center, surrounded by delicate blue blossoms. The sun began to set, casting a warm, soft light that made the garden even more beautiful. "This place hasn't changed since the day I left Arkala," she remarked, nostalgia thick in her voice. "This was your garden. Or at least, that's what I asked you to take care of. I wish I could have enjoyed it with you," Enora said, her heart swelling with gratitude. "Thank you.I'm so happy to see it again," Sophia replied, her eyes glistening. "You don't have to be alone anymore, Sophia," Enora insisted. "No! I've come back, but this place belongs to you now." "But... I'm here for you, sister. I don't want to say goodbye when I leave. I don't mean forever, but it will be a while." Sophia shook her head, gazing into the distance where the sun dipped behind the mountains. "Enora, I'm not staying. I'm just here to convince you to let go of this place. Don't hold onto it." "You know it's forbidden to have mixed blood.They are dangerous and must be locked away in the Malva Tower. These are our laws," Enora said, her voice laced with urgency. "And those stupid laws never stopped me from returning. I hid my daughter by selling my magic. Her power will give me life," Sophia replied defiantly. Enora looked at her sister, her expression softening. "Don't torture the little girl. Don't make her suffer. When you do, it's like you're hurting me. A part of my soul is still linked to Abril. I can feel her pain, her despair, and her sadness." "You're lying," Enora said, shaking her head."No, even though I crossed into the spiritual world, I couldn't complete it. This loop would break when she breaks the only thing blocking her power, but it didn't happen that way." "Even though she is just a baby, she possesses overwhelming power. She cannot live among humans. Among them, she is the only one who cannot be touched, since blood flows from her veins." "What? That's impossible! The guardians saved my time," Enora protested. "Your daughter is untouchable.No clan can harm her." "That's why I could cross the barrier without any problems." "Yes, even though no one else can, she is part of a clan even older than the elves or the fairies." "Are you sure this man shares blood with the guardians?" "Yes, that's why the girl is special." "No, apparently my mother never told me what she really was. Otherwise, you wouldn't be able to take me to her, since possessing blood from a guardian makes someone untouchable." Enora appeared confused, struggling to believe what she was hearing."If you think about it, you could take her to the door of the guardian so I can prove that what I say is true. It's not that you don't believe Sophia, but you would have something to gain for your daughter." "Don't worry, you don't offend me. It's the truth, so you understand what I say about my daughter. This is a decision you must make. Will you set her free, or will you lock her away in the Malva Tower? I hope you don't choose the latter." "I'll think about it." "I understand that the decision isn't easy, but don't lock her away in the Malva Tower.I wouldn't want her to hate the place she loves so much." "Then let's walk through the kingdom together, even though I must be vigilant." "I understood this when I left him," Enora said softly. "Yes, I will show your daughter your favorite places." Sophia released her sister's hand and walked toward the small gazebo. Before she reached it, she turned halfway back and said, "Thank you, sister. Thank you for fulfilling my last wish." Enora felt as if her sister might disappear at any moment. She rushed forward, wrapping her arms around her. "Don't go, Sophia! Just a little longer."