CHAPTER THIRTY-EIGHT

Summary

• The protagonist, likely named Violet, is falling and feels separated from her powers. She receives help from Tairn and Andarna, even though they're strained.
• Violet gets injured and poisoned, which paralyzes her and removes her ability to use magic, leading to immense pain.
• Xaden comes to Violet's aid by applying pressure to her wound, realizing it's poisoned. He pleads for her to survive because her living is crucial to his survival.
• When Violet regains consciousness, she overhears discussions about her condition, with differing views on whether she was poisoned or affected by magic.
• Her blood is black, and the group decides to attempt to get her to Nolon for help.
• Violet is disconnected from her allies and unable to communicate, and the group decides they need to fly her to help, knowing that this could end poorly as she might not survive the trip.
• Despite the risk and the pain it causes Violet, Xaden insists on going and commands all to follow him.
• Violet contemplates her possible impending death and the possibility of Xaden's death due to their interconnected lives. She also reflects on the possible implications of her death for a rebellion.
• Violet's pain worsens, and she slips in and out of consciousness, but she is kept alive. She's notably hurt by how Xaden is keeping secrets from her.
• Xaden pleads with Violet to fight for her life and confesses his feelings for her.