In Kilreath, in a room at Jerrick's house, Gerard's body contorted in agonizing pain. Once filled with warmth and tranquillity, the room became a chamber to contain Gerard's torment. Scarlette, Addis, Rena, Sprite, Brutus, the members of the Red Lotus, and even Fae stood around Gerard's bed, their faces etched with concern and helplessness.
Delilah, her healing powers strained to their limits, did her best to ease Gerard's suffering. She poured her magic into him, attempting to soothe his tormented nerves and quell the overwhelming agony. But her efforts, though valiant, could only provide fleeting respite, barely enough to prevent his body from disintegrating under the strain.
Days turned into weeks, and weeks bled into a month as Gerard endured the excruciating ordeal.
In a moment of increased awareness, he found himself listening in on a conversation.
"How is he still alive?" Someone asked.
