176 Hecate's Gate

A miasma reached her nostrils, and Lex looked towards the bedroom door. Her hand throbbed unbearably, and she knew it was more than stubborn and spiteful Shades.

Had Ludovica summoned more hell hounds? The Demonic Nun really wasn't kidding, and considering the method, the witch had also decided to completely ignore caution. Did Ludovica think of promoting another massacre like that of the villa, impromptu? With no preparation? Or had they come to Ashgraufelsen planning to kill Alexander, Alexa, or both?

An alarm bell rang insistently, and they heard screams warning of danger at the gates.

"Please! Please! I don't want to be part of this anymore, help me! Help me…!" Cordelia pleaded, kneeling as abundant tears streamed down her face.