Kael’s POV I perceived the scent of blood and herbs the moment I stepped into the healer’s cabin. Luca was lying on the bed, his face paler than I’d ever seen it. I got even concerned, I thought he would feel better when Elara healed him. I wasn’t even aware of the attack. I spent time with Elara until she was called upon to heal Luca. I didn't even know it was this serious. I saw Luca, our strongest, our fiercest, reduced to this? It felt wrong. The guy had always been untouchable, unbreakable. Seeing him like this sent a sharp wave of unease through me. I felt disappointed for not being there, maybe I would have watched his back. I turned and saw Elara was sat right beside him, her hands hovering near his wound, her brows furrowed in concentration. They both chatted happily. And

