Lila’s POV
Hayden and Kael prepare for an assault, leveraging Ellis’s betrayal
The forest was quiet, cold, and dark. Hayden was standing close to the cliff's brink. He folded his arms. His jaw was clenched. His eyes were keen. "We're moving soon," he declared.
Kael was standing next to him. "Is it time?"
Hayden nodded briefly. "The girl is frail. She has a tender heart. She is about to fall. Kael remained silent.
Hayden faced him. "You're silent."
Kael cast a downward glance. "This is not to my liking."
Hayden's eyebrows went up. "What part?"
"The child. The plan. Everything.”
Hayden grinned, but not in a nice way. "You're becoming softer." Kael remained silent.
Hayden remarked, "We had a deal."
"I know."
"You promised to assist."
"Yes, I did."
Hayden took a step forward. "Th
