CHAPTER 98

Leo's encounter with Ethan was unexpected. He caught him snooping around the rumbles of the coven. At first glance, he looked like one of his loyal followers. However, as Leo looked closer, he noticed a hint of hesitation in Ethan's eyes. He knew what that look was as he'd seen it one too many times, but he never thought he would see it in someone like Ethan.

That flicker of uncertainty in Ethan's eyes immediately raised Leo's suspicion.

"Hey, Ethan!" Leo got Ethan's attention, "What are you doing here? Weren't you supposed to be with the others?"

Ethan tried to maintain his facade, but the guilt was evident in his response. He ran to Leo's front. "Uh, yeah, I was just... checking the perimeter. You know, making sure everything is secure."

Leo narrowed his eyes, sensing something was off. "Checking the perimeter? We have enough men to handle that. Why aren't you with the others?"

Caught in a lie, Ethan's shoulders slumped slightly. He knew he couldn't deceive Leo any longer. "Okay, fi