Chapter 134

Although things seemed calm on the surface within the Blackwood household, Elyana was well aware of the silent storm brewing beneath. Keith and Auntie Kira had already clashed a hundred times in secret, their battles subtle but fierce. They were equally matched, and neither could gain the upper hand. Fortunately, Elyana wasn’t affected by their cold war—she had learned to stay clear of their invisible battlefield. Meanwhile, her days were warmed by nightly video calls with Joxan. The boy had grown visibly tanner, his once-shy demeanor replaced by a more confident and outgoing energy. It was obvious he was enjoying the special training camp. Oasis often joined the calls too, peeking into the screen with a wide grin. One day, after seeing Jessica a few times during the calls, the lively little boy boldly declared, “I’m going to marry your sister when I grow up!” Joxan instantly flared up, his eyes blazing with childish jealousy. “She’s not marrying you!” Elyana had to laugh, gently calmi