Xander
It all felt so sudden, like the ground shifting beneath my feet, leaving me unsteady.
The idea of leaving everything behind in a moment's notice wasn’t something I was prepared for, but this was an emergency.
There was no room for hesitation. Lives and territories were at stake.
While we continued deliberating, trying to piece together the best course of action, Eli walked in, his presence commanding the room with a calm confidence.
"They’re on their merry way," he said casually, referring to my uncle and his group. His tone was neutral, but it reminded me of the loose ends still dangling around us. I knew Maxwell was here, lingering as usual.
Maybe I should tell him to go home, to wait for our return where he would be safe. But knowing him, I doubted he’d take that suggest
