Chapter 252. Mystery of the Rogues

Aurora’s POV

Alice’s eyes softened as she looked at me, and she gave a small nod. “I understand, Aurora. You’re not the first to feel this way, and you won’t be the last. But learning to fight, to protect, it’s not just about physical strength—it’s about mindset. And you have to be sure, really sure, that this is what you want.”

“I’m sure,” I said, the weight of the words grounding me. “I can’t keep waiting for Caleb to come back and keep thinking I’m not strong enough to stand by him.” I didn’t realize how much I needed to say that until the words were out.

Before Alice could respond, though, Ashton’s voice cut through the moment, laced with concern. “Alice, what happened to the rogues? Did they manage to kill them all? Or did they escape?” His voice was sharp, his eyes intense, and I could tell he was still on edge.

I blinked, surprised by the question. I hadn’t asked Caleb about that yet—hadn’t even thought to ask, honestly. I had been so relieved w