The Omega Queen
But before I could say a word, the boy smiled and handed me a different goblet from the edge of the tray.
“This is yours,” he said gently.
Helen’s fingers twitched at her side.
I saw it. So did Drey.
His brow furrowed slightly, like something had clicked.
I raised the goblet slowly, sniffing the wine. Nothing seemed off.
Still, I didn’t drink. I set the cup back down on the table, keeping my hand resting on it.
Drey stood at the head of the hall and raised his voice.
“Tonight, we celebrate a month of peace, victory, and growth. We’ve faced danger, but we’ve stood strong. And we’ll continue to stand.”