Chapter 98. Crisis

Kael’s POV

I slumped deeper into the chair as I swirled the glass in my hand. “Maybe he is the next target,” I said.

“Or maybe he is working with them,” Marcus blurted.

My eyes narrowed as I stared at him. “What do you mean?” I asked, crossing my legs against each other.

He was my uncle. I did not think he would be involved in such things. Or would he?

Marcus took a breath before staring at me. “I don’t mean to be rude, but your uncle is kind of suspicious,” he uttered.

I tilted my head, the cup raised to my lips as I tasted the harsh alcohol on my tongue.

He continued, “Thinking about it, he has always been with Theron. Shouldn’t he be worried that his friend has gone missing?” Marcus said.

My frown deepened. “Were they friends?” I asked with a furrowed brow.

Marcus rubbed his eyes as he leaned closer. “I forgot to tell you, but Elder Theron and Elder Edwin are always seen together. He might not share the same opinions as