Silver Oath
A shimmer of moonlight on steel.
Elira’s dagger was in her hand instantly. “We’re not alone.”
Figures emerged from the shadows—tall, cloaked, their eyes glinting like stars. Their movements were silent, precise, deadly. Elves.
One stepped forward, lowering his hood. His hair was gold as wheat, his features sharp and cold. His gaze swept over Kaelen before settling on Elira.
“Liraethiel,” he said, voice like steel wrapped in velvet. “You’ve broken exile.”