(Kael)
Two hours pass quickly. I spend the time reviewing border maps and checking supply reports from Owen. The numbers look better than they have in weeks. Derek's supplies changed everything.
When the time comes, I head to my office. Thorne and Rowan are already there, standing near the window and talking in low voices. Cassian arrives a moment later.
Derek knocks on the door frame. "May I come in?"
"Of course. Please, sit."
Derek enters and takes a seat across from my desk. Thorne and Rowan sit on either side of him. Cassian stands near the wall, arms crossed but relaxed.
"Thank you for meeting with me," Derek says. "I wanted to discuss your defensive strategy and share some experience I have with winter warfare."
"We appreciate any advice you can give," I say. "To be honest, we
