Kevin genuinely felt that Andrew was treating him like a true older brother. Maybe he had been too calculating in life—going forward, he owed it to Andrew to show a little sincerity.

A flicker of guilt passed through Kevin's heart as he made that silent vow.

Meanwhile, Tora had been quietly observing Andrew from the shadows the whole time. He finally stepped forward and spoke in a calm, steady tone.

"Mr. Wright, the wounds on our fallen guards were inflicted by a Ghostwillow blade. And am