Jamie followed Lucian through the valley, her steps slow, eyes scanning every corner as he explained the route.
He pointed out the farmlands, the edges of the furnace's warmth, and the areas where the predator plants had been carefully set as defenses.
"This will be your patrol route. Walk it until you know it by heart. These grounds will be your home from now on, so treat them as such."
Lucian said simply.
Jamie frowned slightly, almost as if the words made her uncomfortable.
"You're really giving me this much freedom? Just like that? You do remember I tried to kill you not too long ago, right? You and your people."
She tilted her head, her voice almost mocking.
Lucian didn't flinch.
"I remember. But you already signed your life away. The contract binds you. You can't harm me, or anyone I choose to protect. That's enough."
Jamie narrowed her eyes, curiosity tugging at her thoughts.
