Jace, after wrapping up her work, boarded a direct flight to Tanshara.

Thank heavens, Aurora finally picked up the phone.

“Why didn’t you tell me beforehand? It’s not safe here. You should head back immediately.”

“Relax,” Jace replied with casual confidence, “I’ve done plenty of traveling alone, handled myself just fine…”

Aurora cut her off with a soft but sharp retort, “Did you forget the time someone had to save your ...