Aizere's Point of View
The heavy atmosphere of the hall was shattered by the sound of Niklaus's boots clicking sharply against the stone. He didn't look at the screen or the emotional reunion; his eyes were fixed on the grand corridor leading to the Council chambers.
"Break it up," Niklaus commanded, his voice tight with urgency. "The Council is on the move. They're coming to 'inspect' the Anchor, and they won't be pleased to find a Wolf and a Witch standing in their sacred hall. Ruan, Lilith—you need to go. Now."
Ruan's posture shifted instantly, his shoulders bunching under his jacket. He didn't move toward the door; instead, he stepped closer to me, his amber eyes flashing with a sudden, painful vulnerability.
"No," Ruan said, his voice dropping into a low, stubborn growl. "She's co
