As dusk settled over the compound, Elara noticed everyone rushing around, fully absorbed in preparations. Some were cooking, while others were loading trucks heading down to the Eastern River docks. She had initially assumed the bonfire would just be a small gathering with a few members to introduce her to the rest of the higher ranking operatives, but she had underestimated Lucian's organization.
She offered to help move crates a few times, but the crew gently turned her down, insisting she relax. With nothing left to do, she sat down on a concrete bench to watch the bustling activity.
"Feeling lost, huh?"
She turned back to see Leo. He was walking towards her, holding two cold cans of beer. He popped one open, handed it to her, and took a seat by her side.
" Well we all have g
