Ember Frost’s POV

I slumped into the back seat, feeling weighed down. Then I suddenly remembered something, and I asked, "Mom, when do you think is the right time to reveal who I truly am?"

My mother paused, thinking for a moment before responding. "Actually, your father and I both agree it will probably take about a year for you to complete your training and be capable of defending yourself against any attack."

Just a year? That’s great, I thought, a little relieved.

We had only ten ...