Lila’s POV
Kian meets a former rival, Orion, who shares insights about Hayden’s ambitions
From the hill, I observed Kian. The camp was far away from him. He had left for a meeting with Orion, a man. Long ago, I heard a name spoken like a ghost. He had previously been Kian's adversary. Many years ago, they had a fight. over the land. overconfidence. Over something that neither would discuss at this time.
Kian, however, stated that they needed to speak now.
With Leo in her arms, Reika stood close to me. "Are you sure you trust him?"
"Kian?" I asked.
He gave a nod. "Yes."
I gazed at the trees outside. "I'm making an effort."
Kian remained by himself until the man arrived. He was tall. broad shoulders. His face was scarred for a long time. Although he had gray hair, he walked with stre
