The Next Day
"It was short, but having you as my guest was an honor," Lucan said warmly, resting a hand on Alex's shoulder.
Alex let out a small sigh. "I would've stayed longer, but I already have something planned." Well, planning might not be the right word. It was more of a promise—to spend his vacation with his lovers.
Still, if there had been a real reason to stay, he might have considered it. But after seeing that the three warriors needed time to change their way of thinking and accept that they had to work as a team, Alex decided it was fine to leave the realm for now.
Lucan gave a slow nod. "I understand, warrior. But if you have time, please come back and help those knuckleheads realize how important this trial is."
His voice carried a weight of concern, and Alex couldn't blame him. As an elder who had seen countless battles, Lucan knew this challenge wasn't just another test. It was more significant than anything he had faced before.
