Chapter 252 Don't Be Distracted

• As the door closed softly behind Isaac, Aidan let out a breath he hadn’t realized he was holding. The conversation with his half-brother had been unexpected, but it left him with a sense of peace he hadn’t felt in a long time. The quiet of his room enveloped him, a stark contrast to the lively celebration that had taken place just moments ago. He began to move towards the bed, ready to finally get some rest before the long journey ahead, when the door creaked open again.
• Aidan turned, his brows furrowing in mild confusion until he saw the familiar figure standing in the doorway. A smile spread across his face, brightening his features as he recognized his uncle. "Blake! I thought you’d left already," Aidan said, the surprise evident in his voice.
• Blake stepped inside, the corners of his mouth lifting into a subtle grin as he closed the door behind him. He was dressed in his usual attire—dark jeans, a plain white shirt, and a well-worn leather jacket that had seen its fair share of adventures.