-Rivanna-
The queen’s question caused me to freeze. Why wait... It made me ponder. Now that Ladon had illuminated so many points for me, it seemed I had begun to doubt more and more.
Why wait?
The question echoed repeatedly in my mind, and to be honest, I had no answer. I had actually contemplated the same, but I always believed it wise not to involve him. We could risk his life, as Jonathan had cautioned me. It was best for him to remain a secret, so no one would target him. But why not inform him? Why had we never attempted to clarify his destiny?
I glanced at Ladon, who sat beside me, offering a small, reassuring smile, for I knew he understood my current thoughts. He knew everything I had been taught and trusted was being upended. The very foundation I had found so secure suddenly
