Chapter 41

As Alex and Samira walked through the school courtyard, a thick cloud of smoke caught their attention. They exchanged a glance before rushing toward the source of the commotion. It didn’t take long to realize that a building across from the school—a local community center—was engulfed in flames.

Panic spread among the students who had gathered to watch, some filming with their phones while others shouted for help. Fire trucks had yet to arrive, and the flames were growing by the second.

"We have to do something," Samira said, her voice tense with urgency.

Alex looked around, making sure no one was paying too much attention to him. He felt the familiar hum of energy from the amulet against his chest, his connection to its power stronger than ever. He knew what he had to do.

"Stay back," Alex told Samira quietly. "I’ll handle this."

Without waiting for a response, Alex ran toward the fire. His heart raced, but his mind was clear. He could feel the power inside him, ready to be unleashed