Chapter 278
Grey hovered out front, riding his majestic wind bird high above the winding forest path. His hands were casually tucked deep into the pockets of his dark pants, but his sharp brown eyes were anything but relaxed.
They scanned the dense canopy and shadowed underbrush below with unyielding vigilance, alert for even the faintest sign of danger.
A cool breeze whipped through his tousled brown hair, brushing across his face like a gentle reminder of the world around him. Yet his thoughts were elsewhere, swirling like the wind itself.
'I always thought Amir was just an arrogant fool, a real pain in the ass,' Grey mused quietly, 'but now I see he's more sensible than I gave him credit for. He actually thought about me in this situation... But why? Why show me kindness?'
The wind slapped his face again, sharper this time, snapping him back to the moment.
