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Chapter 60 - 60. Welcome to the team, Kael

AT THE SAME TIME

XAVIER'S POINT OF VIEW:

The king's eyes lingered on me for a long moment, and I could feel the weight of his gaze like a heavy cloak settling over my shoulders. I kept my expression guarded, but inside, something flickered. Maybe it was hope. Or maybe I was just tired of being the broken one. He finally spoke, voice low but steady.

"You carry yourself with a strength I respect, Xavier. Not just for surviving what you have… but for protecting Terrence."King said.

I swallowed hard, the lump in my throat tightening.

 "I do what I have to. For him."I said.

The King nodded approvingly.

 "Good. You've done more than your son ever did. That boy." He glanced toward the hallway, where Jaxon had retreated- "Was reckless and selfish. You, though… you're the blood he should have been. Not just in body, but in honor."

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