Scarlett (Second Edition)
“I want to apologize for what I did and said to you. You truly are your father’s daughter, and I know he would be proud.”
Scarlett tilted her head, studying him for a moment before nodding. “We’ll need all the help we can get for what’s coming. There’s no point in killing ourselves and weakening our defenses. I hope you’ve given up your need for conquest,” she said, her words measured but carrying a weight that spoke of wisdom beyond her years.
Garland winced, the movement subtle but telling. “Give me your hand,” she said, her voice soft yet commanding.
He hesitated, concern flashing in his eyes, but Maxwell stepped forward, removing the silver from Garland’s cuffs. Scarlett’s gaze didn’t wa