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.

to go and no one to turn to. You mentioned it

Fredrick’s downfall was imminent. I didn’t reveal anything to him. You didn’t see him with Fredrick as I

him to secure the Throne of Forest, things might not go well for him. The moment he becomes useless, his life is in danger,” I explained, and Piotr gradually

brother, and that must count for something. Just

planning to declare yourself King and wait for Fredrick to attack?” Piotr asked, 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 promise you’ll be the first to know when it happens, and I hope you and your father will attend

friend,” he declared, riding ahead with his

scenery. He admired the natural beauty, fresh air,

appreciated these aspects of the place and

found a way to convince Natasha to join him. However, it wouldn’t

a walk with her friends, so I didn’t want to interrupt their

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,

troops and their progress. Ingham and Grant were doing an excellent job

impending war, the training

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 in the armoury, and I had complete

ever before. Instead of relying on fear to control them, they were genuinely devoted

them as part of my

significant amount of time in my office, trying to navigate various matters. I wrote numerous letters expressing gratitude and sent

were to crown myself now, it wouldn’t be an act of defiance but rather a natural progression. Those who opposed me would do so by choice, not out of necessity. Acknowledging

I was exhausted. I learned that Miles had returned, and Abraham had taken him to the

me. I had specified my areas of interest, and my father’s relationship with his destined

claiming that Qusack had sent him, and it suddenly dawned

rising from my seat so we could walk outside together. I

gravesite. He met his mother’s cousins and other relatives

deeply emotional experience for him. The gravesite shattered him completely. It was evident that he carried a tremendous amount of pain, a lingering resentment of not being

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

because I have something important to share with you,” I finally told him when

that it was just the two

and locked my gaze