WINTER

I learned every detail because Valtor had allowed me to join the meeting last night. Alaric was now living on the stretch of land at the edge of Nytheris, which Valtor had gifted him.

And the invitation was for an informal family dinner. Harmless on the surface, something any family might do if their relationship were normal. But despite my unease, Valtor seemed certain everything would go smoothly.

We were set to depart the night after tomorrow.

“You’re starting to act ...