Chapter 166

Eira took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down as she quickly scanned around for anything that could help break the chain around her ankle. The flames were creeping closer-she couldn't afford to waste any more time. Just then, an urgent shout rang out. "Eira!" It was Alexander. She recognized his voice in an instant. She knew this wasn't the moment to dig up past grudges, so with a hoarse voice, she called back, "Over here!" Alexander raced toward the sound. "Hang tight, I'm coming!" But before he could take another step, Eira yelled sharply, "Stop! Don't come over!" "I-Eira..." He froze where he stood, confused, but didn't approach. Eira glanced up at the chandelier above her, swaying dangerously. She dragged the chair back with her and yelled, "Run!" The chandelier, its support scorched by the fire, gave out before he could react and came crashing down right in front of him. "Eira!" The other end of the room was silent. Alexander's stomach dropped like a stone. His eyes darted