I pressed myself to the smooth stone and held on with all my might. Exhaustion pulled at my mind. In pure desperation, I used the last of my power, calling for help. The marble transformed into a statue of Valek. He looked at me in concern. “Help,” I said. He wrapped his strong arms around me, pulling me close to his chest. “Anything, love.” With nothing left, I clung to him as darkness descended.
