Alistair’s POV:
I still did not believe what had happened. We had returned from a battle we had not even thought we were supposed to prepare for on the same day as Allegra's ball. I had already woken up nervous because anything could happen that day, and I had a feeling that any wrong word on my part could mean the end of the line for me.
I trained normally, as I would any other day. There was not much rest for the warriors. Our routine was spartan, and our trainer was already preparing me to be his successor, the lieutenant responsible for protecting the coven. It was an honor just to be chosen for such a position, but I had to always set an example.
Nicholas had been fighting with us for a few weeks now, but I had never had many opportunities to train with him. I think our coaches sen
