CHAP 20

The next few days were like a roller coaster ride of emotions. As Aycxe planned, we immediately invaded and destroyed Leonardo's territory after we rested. We were full of pity for our friend when she found out what happened to Matthew. Fear rose in my chest while seeing her grief, and I will admit that I was even more afraid at that point for Jairon and me. Even if I can't accept my feelings for him, I know that I will act like Sophia if the time comes when something bad happens to Jai.

I'm not underestimating his ability to protect himself. I just know that our opponents are not random. Matthew, who is skilled in fighting, has reached this situation; how about normal people like Jairon? The Ktinódis were treacherous and brutal in their actions, which is one of the reasons why I chose to stay away from my family while expanding my fighting skills. I don't want the enemy to use them as bait or as pressure.

"You're so focused on your tablet. Are you activating a bomb?" Shiela was curio