Chapter 192

When it ended, they applauded.

Actual applause.

One of the strategists smiled. “You’ve given us more insight than years of scouts and spies combined.”

The praise slid over me like oil. Too smooth. Too easy.

I forced a nod. “I’m glad it’s useful.”

“Useful?” Darius repeated with a laugh. “Selah, this could change everything. The shadow kingdom has stood untouchable for decades. And now—”

He stopped