Elira’s POV

The shock was a cold, pure wave that washed over the residual heat of the confrontation with Aiden.

That....that couldn't be possible....

An entire mansion....the Grandfather's legendary, fortified compound, filled with centuries of secrets and archives....burnt down?

It was impossible. It was an act of war designed not for spectacle, but for total, ruthless erasure.

"You're lying," I stated in immediate, sharp denial. I looked past Nico's pale face, trying to find the flaw in the devastating report.

"I wish I was, Elira," Nico countered, breathing heavily, clearly bothered. "The initial reports are confirmed. Massive structural fire. They must have used accelerants. The entire east wing is already...