Dimitri’s POV
I looked at him, weighing my words carefully. "I’m not too sure yet. There are too many unknowns, too many variables at play. But we need to be vigilant."
Lucian nodded, his eyes narrowing in thought. "We’ll keep a close watch." If anything seems out of place, we’ll act immediately."
"Good," I said, appreciating his dedication. "We can’t let our guard down."
With a final nod, Lucian turned and walked away, leaving me alone with my thoughts. The castle seemed to grow quieter as the night deepened, the echoes of the evening’s chaos slowly fading. But the tension in the air was still palpable, a reminder of the dangers that lurked just beneath the surface.
I made my way to my chambers, the corridors dimly lit by flickering torches. As I entered the room, I felt a strange m
