The Silent Ones Must Speak
The cool winds whispered between the trees as River, Heiko, and Alpha Jon concluded their tense and revealing meeting. They had agreed—constant surveillance, strict rotations of top spies and elite guards would now be placed along the river crossing, a direct line between territories that had unknowingly served as a smuggling artery. No more blind spots.
After a respectful parting, each retreated to their respective duties. The danger hadn’t passed, but now it had a name… a shape… and worst of all, purpose.
As they crossed the threshold back into the Almira Castle, River moved in silence. The revelation of her true lineage still churned in her chest like a storm refusing to settle. Heiko noticed the glassy look in her eyes, and without a word, he pulled her ge
