CHAPTER 8 - BEHIND GILDED DOORS

Following the clash with Silas, Cassy and Melo find refuge at Mayor Sarmiento’s residence. Behind its gilded doors, a quiet evening with Melo’s old companions gives way to revelations about Arcana—the supernatural artifacts behind the powers Cassy has witnessed. As extraordinary abilities come to light and the discussion turns to Geofrey Einstein, Cassy questions whether Melo’s promise to protect her will be enough. How long can he face the dangers ahead while refusing to use his own Arcana?