The silence had lasted far too long.For nearly five months, neither the Witch Queen nor the Rogue King had made another move against Shadowfang. There had been no attacks, no sightings of rogues, no strange disturbances along the borders. To most, it felt like a blessing. To Damien, it was a warning. Enemies did not simply disappear. They waited, they watched, and when they struck again, it would be when everyone least expected it.That was why patrols had doubled.That was why warriors rarely slept through the night.That was why the northern border was being inspected once again.Malric and Korven walked side by side through the dense forest, their eyes scanning every tree and every shadow. The evening breeze rustled the leaves overhead, carrying with it the familiar scent of pine, damp earth and something else.Korven broke the silence first."You've been quiet all day."Malric's lips curved into a faint smile. "Have I?""You have."He sighed. "Just thinking.""Liam?"The smile di
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