Chapter 98

Zane

I stand on the balcony of the east tower, watching the sunrise smear gold over the skies like it’s trying to apologize for the cold night.

The view should brighten my day, make me smile at least, but no. My shoulders are stiff.

I haven’t slept.

The armor on my chest feels too clean. The insignia too new. High Commander of the Outer Guard. That’s what they are calling me now. Iris insisted I