Forged in the Flames by Karima Sa'ad Usman

Forged In The Flames By Karima Sa’ad Usman

Chapter 88 The Rest Of The day (Nikolas POV)

The moment I returned to my room, Piotr sent someone to remind me of our horse-riding adventure. Aliana preferred to stay indoors, so I agreed to go. However, I didn’t want her to be alone, so I asked Ania and Lisa to keep her company.

I hoped that Qusack would resolve his issues with Ania. She was an amazing person, and it would be wonderful to see them together. We met at the stables, and Piotr seemed unusually excited.

As we rode side by side, I finally asked Piotr about the reason for his excitement.

“What’s the occasion?” I inquired.

Piotr’s response was filled with emotion and enthusiasm.

“I always wished for the day when Frederick would be put in his place. And that’s exactly what happened yesterday. It was the first time Frederick couldn’t control the committee. It was the first time I saw my father stand up for something and not remain silent. Many significant events took place yesterday. Let me tell you, my dear friend, the universe is on your side,” he said, and I understood his sentiments.

Growing up, Piotr witnessed everyone bowing down to the tyrant, but Frederick was finally held accountable yesterday. This explained Fredrick’s anger, and it all made sense, considering what Miles had told me.

Curious about Piotr’s thoughts on Miles, I asked him about it.

“What do you think of Miles?” I inquired, wanting to understand Piotr’s perspective.

Piotr paused and replied, “Besides being an introvert and a formidable fighter who serves as Frederick’s General, I don’t have much to say. Honestly, I don’t understand what Lena sees in him. She refuses to end the relationship and even threatened to run away if we tried to interfere. It’s serious,” he confessed.

Piotr’s response didn’t provide much clarity because Miles did indeed hint at those aspects of his character. Seeking further insight, I asked Piotr, “Do you think he can be trusted? Is it possible for him to turn against Fredrick?” Piotr stopped abruptly and inquired,

“Why do you ask?”

I decided to share my conversation with Miles, leaving Piotr speechless with every detail I revealed.

“It makes a lot of sense why he would want to rebel against Fredrick. But I don’t understand why he would confide in you. After all, you two just met, Nikolas. Isn’t it too soon?” Piotr questioned, raising a valid point. However, I couldn’t deny the sincerity I felt while speaking to Miles. I knew he meant every word.

I believe he has longed to be free from Fredrick for a while, but he has nowhere to go and no one to turn to. You mentioned it yourself, Fredrick controlled everything until yesterday. I think the reason you’re so joyful is the

reveal anything to him. You didn’t see him with Fredrick

the Throne of Forest, things might not go well for him. The

for something. Just be cautious,” Piotr

unknowingly t*ouching upon my plans. However, I couldn’t disclose anything yet. I sensed his eagerness for war, but I didn’t want to confirm anything until I was fully prepared. “Let’s give it time, Piotr. I

my friend,” he declared, riding

Piotr thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful scenery. He admired the

were united as one community. Piotr appreciated these aspects of the place and wished Natasha had come along

However, it wouldn’t be

had lunch. Aliana had gone for a walk with her friends, so I didn’t want

and I had lunch together, accompanied by Qusack and Abraham. It was a pleasant gathering, but I was particularly relieved to hear that Miles and Gabriel were away on a tour. I knew that when Miles eventually discovered the truth,

an update on our troops and their progress. Ingham and

war, the

Fredrick might try to prevent us from buying weapons since Snow was the main market. But I had no intention of spending my money on weapons from him. The samples I bought were sufficient for our werewolf engineers to study and replicate. They were diligently working

before. Instead of relying on fear to control them, they

to have them

I wrote

had inadvertently made it easier for me to claim my rightful royal status. If I were to crown myself now, it wouldn’t be an act of defiance but rather a

and Abraham had taken him to the archives to explore his mother’s pictures and read the correspondence between her and

didn’t blame Abraham for not informing me. I had specified

had sent him, and it suddenly dawned on me. I knew I had to

seat so we could walk outside together. I wanted to

mother’s cousins and other relatives

evident that he carried a tremendous

his inner demons. The trip had a profound impact on his soul. I was grateful he was given the opportunity,

come here for a stroll because I have something important to share with you,” I finally told him when we reached the

no one nearby, ensuring that it was

stopped walking and locked my gaze