As Logan enters the kitchen, his presence draws my attention away from the tumult of my thoughts. He's accompanied by a woman I've never seen before, her striking appearance commanding yet enigmatic. With dark coiled hair cascading down her shoulders and a complexion kissed by the sun, she exudes a quiet confidence. Dressed in professional yet comfortable attire, she carries herself with an air of authority that leaves no doubt as to her purpose here.
"Zara," Logan begins, his voice steady as he gestures towards the woman beside him, "I'd like you to meet Elisha. She's a Sikaaree council member, here to discuss urgent matters with you."
I offer Elisha a polite nod, struck by her beauty and presence. "Nice to meet you, Elisha," I say, my voice laced with a hint of apprehension.
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