Chapter 110

The crisp Arctic City air did little to alleviate the heaviness Davin felt as he left the café with Isolde. The unexpected appearance of Malachai Voss had shifted his priorities sharply. The presence of Voss was a stark reminder of the rival threat that loomed over his newly reclaimed success. Davin's thoughts were turbulent, and he needed a plan to handle the escalating danger, but first, he had to address the matter of his personal life.

Davin walked Isolde to her carriage, their conversation interrupted by the pressing reality of the threat. “We should keep in touch,” Davin said, his voice firm. “This situation is more complicated than I initially thought.”

“I’ll be here if you need me,” Isolde replied, her concern evident. “And Davin, be careful.”

As Isolde’s carriage departed, Davin returned to the estate. He had barely stepped inside when Elizabeth approached him with an urgent expression. “My lord, there’s been a development. Lady Maya is here to see you.”

Davin’s heart sank. M