#Chapter 144: The Scout’s Report

Roman leads the way back to the Hall, with Jaxon and me following along behind him. There, a few of Roman’s advisors I recognize are crowded around a man I don’t.

The unknown man is in his twenties or so, wearing dark clothing. His hair is a mess, and with those dark bags under his eyes, he looks like he hasn’t slept in several days.

As Roman approaches, the advisors step back, allowing Roman dire