Ember Frost’s POV

The room was tense, everyone waiting for his response.

“Stop saying nonsense. You’re not weak,” he said, his voice calm but steady. “Right now, you need to focus on getting your strength back.”

He crossed his arms slightly, then added, “Someone else will handle your duties for a few days. That’s not something you need to worry about.”

His tone softened a bit.

“When you’ve been out in harsh conditions for too long, your body eventually pushes back. ...