#Chapter 430: The Gathering Storm

Nina “Come on,” Enzo said gently as he pulled away from our hug. “Let’s get inside.” I nodded, letting Enzo take my hand. We meandered back toward the bustling party, where the music, laughter, and the vibrant energy of the celebration slowly took over our senses once more. It was a bit jarring after being out in the quiet, calm woods, but it wasn’t entirely unwelcome. For some reason, I felt oddly unsettled, though. I couldn’t explain it; I had only come out into the woods for some fresh air and to visit my sister’s grave, nothing more. And yet, it felt as though something else had happened. Like I was being watched. But even as I stopped briefly to glance over my shoulder one last time, there was nothing there. The night was as calm as ever. “You okay?” Enzo asked, noticing my hesitation. I nodded, his voice snapping me back to the present, and I offered him a smile. “Mhm,” I replied, wrapping my hands around his arm and leaning on him. “I’m great.” But Enzo was