The Barter Novel Sierra and Xavier

---- Chapter 474 He knelt beside Damien, lifting him effortlessly onto his shoulder as though he weighed nothing.

Alexia watched in stunned silence, her heart pounding as the stranger turned and began walking deeper into the forest.

Where are you taking him? she called after him, scrambling to her feet.Struggling to catch up to him.

To the river, he replied without looking back Alexias blood ran cold.

The River of Death? But thats where-" The man continued, hurrying down.

Ignoring her words.

Alexias fists clenched.

She didnt trust him, but she couldn't lose Damien.

This man was her last resort-And she has to take it.

She hurried after him, her footsteps quick but ---- Chapter 474 cautious.

Who are you? At least tell me your name.

The man didnt answer immediately, And soon they reached a clearing, he finally spoke, looking back at her over his shoulder while cleaning the sweat on his brow A friend.

For now, thats all you need to know.

Alexia glared at his back, frustration bubbling in her chest.

You can't just waltz in here, take him, and expect me to trust you! He stopped abruptly, turning to face her.

And yet, here you are, following me.

His eyes bore into hers, a challenge in his gaze If you're so eager for answers, keep up.

You'll get them when the time is right.

She bit her lip, swallowing her retort.

He turned and continued walking, his steps never faltering ---- As the sound of rushing water grew louder, Alexias heart raced She didnt know what lay ahead, but one thing was clear, shed do whatever it took to bring Damien back They continue to walk for what felt like hours, he didn't stop or waited for her once.

And she was thankful for it.

She didnt wanted to slow him down Every second was very precious for Damien's survival right now.noveldrama

After what felt like forever, the man finally stops.

We are here.

He speaks and thats when Alexia looks ahead to have her feet seize.

The place...

It was bustling...not with creatures but with humans.

The forest has.

opened up to a bustling encampment.

There were kids...

women...

men ...

families Children played near the bonfires, giggling like ---- As the sound of rushing water grew louder, Alexias heart raced She didnt know what lay ahead, but one thing was clear, shed do whatever it took to bring Damien back They continue to walk for what felt like hours, he didn't stop or waited for her once.

And she was thankful for it.

She didnt wanted to slow him down Every second was very precious for Damien's survival right now.

After what felt like forever, the man finally stops.

We are here.

He speaks and thats when Alexia looks ahead to have her feet seize.

The place...

It was bustling...not with creatures but with humans.

The forest has.

opened up to a bustling encampment.

There were kids...

women...

men ...

families Children played near the bonfires, giggling like