All Chapters of The Forbidden Gaze: Chapter 81 - Chapter 90

Ava's POV As the day wore on, I found myself growing more and more restless. The General's absence was starting to weigh on me, and I couldn't shake off the feeling that something was wrong. The previous night I ran towards his tent, I couldn't meet with but met Zylan instead. Till now, I haven't seen nor heard from him again. I tried to focus on my tasks, but my mind kept wandering back to him.As I was serving drinks to the warriors, I saw Zylan, the General's trusted advisor, walking towards me. He looked serious, and I could tell that something was bothering him."Ava, I need to speak with you," Zylan said, his voice low and urgent.I nodded, following him to a quiet corner of the camp. "What's going on, Master Zylan?" I asked, my heart racing with anticipation."The General is dealing with some... issues," Zylan said, his expression somber. "He'd been summoned by the Council, and he's facing some serious allegations."I felt a surge of worry. "What kind of allegations?" I asked,

"Very well," Sora said.I nodded, feeling a sense of understanding. Sora's words were like a balm to my soul, soothing my worries and fears."What can I do, Sora?" I asked, feeling helpless.Sora's expression turned serious. "You can be there for him, Ava. You can support him and stand by him, no matter what happens. That's the most important thing you can do right now.""We need to do something to help him," Sora said, her voice firm. "We can't just sit back and watch him go down."I nodded, feeling a sense of determination. "I know. But what can we do?"Sora thought for a moment. "I might have an idea," she said, a small smile playing on her lips. "But it's going to require some careful planning."I leaned forward, my heart racing with anticipation. "Tell me," I said, my voice barely above a whisper.Sora glanced around cautiously, before leaning in close. "I have some connections with the Council members," she whispered. "I might be able to get some information, or even influence t

General Kaelen's POV I stood at the edge of the mountain, the wind whipping my hair into a frenzy as I gazed out at the breathtaking view below. The sun was setting, casting a golden glow over the landscape, and I felt a sense of peace wash over me. I had come to this mountain top to clear my head, to ponder on the situation that had been weighing heavily on my mind.I sighed, running a hand through my hair as I turned away from the view. I had decided to come here, to this mountain top, to think, to reflect on my feelings and figure out the best way forward. The only person who knew my location was Zylan, my trusted advisor, and I was grateful for that. I needed some time alone, some time to think without the distractions of the camp and the demands of my position.As I walked along the mountain path, I couldn't help but think about Ava. As General, I was used to being in control, to making tough decisions and facing challenges head-on. But this situation with Ava was different. I h

"What's the situation with the Council?" I asked, changing the subject.Zylan's expression turned grim. "It's not looking good, General. They're investigating your conduct, and there are rumors of... impropriety. If they're not careful, it could escalate into a full-blown scandal."I cursed under my breath, feeling a sense of frustration. I knew that the Council was looking for a way to bring me down, to strip me of my power and influence. And with Ava by my side, it seemed like they had the perfect ammunition.“They’ve been waiting for this,” I muttered, rubbing the bridge of my nose. “One misstep, and they pounce like vultures.”"You’ve always had enemies among them,” Zylan said carefully. “But this time… it’s different. They’re not just whispering behind closed doors. They’re gathering support.”"Because of Ava?" I asked, already knowing the answer.Zylan hesitated, then gave a slow nod. “Yes. They see her as a weakness, a liability. They think she’s distracting you. And worse… the

Zylan's eyes locked onto mine, filled with a deep concern."General, let me help you," he said, his voice soft. "Whatever is going on, we'll figure it out together."I felt a wave of relief wash over me. Maybe, just maybe, I wasn't alone in this after all. Maybe Zylan could help me find a way out of this darkness.With a newfound sense of hope, I nodded, my eyes meeting Zylan's."Thank you," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. "I don't know what's wrong with me."Zylan's expression was gentle."We'll find out," he said. "Together."Zylan's words were a balm to my frazzled nerves. I felt a sense of gratitude towards my friend, who had always been there for me in times of need. As Zylan approached me, I noticed that he was carrying a small satchel."I brought some food and medicine," Zylan said, his eyes scanning my gaunt face. "Let's get you fed and rested, and then we'll figure out what's going on."I nodded, feeling a wave of relief wash over me. I knew that I couldn't keep goin