Chapter 44

“War, Miss. We’re preparing for war.”

What?

“What do you mean? What’s going on, Adeline?” We stop just short of entering the yard, and we can already hear the rattle of heavy equipment and grunts from the men in training.

Facing Adeline, I stare her down until she starts squirming where she stands. “It would be better if you hear the rest from the boss, Miss.” She won’t meet my eyes, and I start to feel guilty when she starts fidgeting.

Sometimes, I wonder if Adeline is cut out for this job, but I don’t really know her background yet. I make a mental note