After a few delays, Emery finally received the message from Jinkan regarding a secret meeting. They arranged to meet at one of Sky City's most exclusive dining venues, a place where discretion was paramount. Jinkan's serious expression gave no room for pleasantries.
"I can't stay for long,"
Her recent success at the Trial of Faith had earned her the prestigious title she sought—now officially the sixth in line for the Nephilim throne, replacing her brother. It was a position of immense power and expectations. But this new rank also came with the price of scrutiny, and associating with someone blacklisted by the faction was risky for her newfound status, especially with her influence not yet solidified.
Emery raised an eyebrow. "So I really am blacklisted by the faction?"
Jinkan shot him a sarcastic glance. "What do you think?"
The flippant remark hung between them, but its truth was undeniable.
