Rowan’s POV
I felt bad lying to Raven, but this was something I had to do on my own.
This mission wasn’t normal, the chances of survival were nearly zero. Dragging my mate into this wasn’t an option. No matter how much I wanted her beside me, I refused to let her share this burden.
Taking a deep breath, I grabbed a piece of parchment and a pen, my hands steady as I scrawled a short letter to my brothers.
By the time you read this, I’ll be gone. Don’t come after me. This is something I have to do.
I folded the letter neatly and placed it on my bed, knowing someone would find it and deliver it. There was no point in meeting them face-to-face, if I did, they’d try to stop me, and I couldn’t afford any distractions.
Moving quickly, I gathered a change of clothes, filled a satchel with w
