Audrey’s POV
Luke explained everything with the same confidence he carried in a fight. His voice was calm, steady, like he already knew the outcome of every battle before it even started.
I watched as he traced the map with his finger, pointing out key locations. "These are the weak spots in our borders," he said. "If Kade decides to move, this is where he’ll strike first."
I nodded, committing every detail to memory.
Luke glanced at me. "You’re quiet."
I exhaled slowly. "I’m thinking."
His smirk deepened. "Good. That’s the first step to staying alive."
I studied the map again. "What do you want me to do with this information?"
Luke leaned back slightly, arms crossed. "I want you to understand it. Knowing how to fight is one thing, but if you don’t know why you’re fighting, you’re
