Because of what happened in the woods, the Sapphire was filled with a tangible sense of increased tension and heightened security measures.

Everyone entering the compound is required to log in.

The inaccessible locations caused the new members’ profound frustration. Specifically to me, they found out that I am the reason for the significant change.

“Don’t mind them. The changes are not because of you. Bradley has been strict since he was a child, so we who know him are expecting such a change in his leadership ...” Ava explained.

After a morning of vigorous training, we now lounged in the cool shade of the tree.

Although I was bothered...