Kingdom of Ash

every reason not to.”
And though Aedion was Gavriel’s son,
Chaol said, “I’m sure you already know this,
but Aedion is as stubborn and hotheaded as
they come.” He jerked his chin toward Aelin,
riding ahead, saying something to Fenrys that
made Rowan snicker—and Fenrys bark a
laugh. “Aelin and Aedion might as well be
twins.” That Gavriel didn’t stop him told
Chaol he’d read the lingering wound in the
Lion’s eyes well enough. “Both of them will
often say one thing, but mean something else
entirely. And then deny it until their last
breath.” Chaol shook his head. “Give Aedion
time. When we reach Orynth, I have a feeling
that Aedion will be happier to see you than he
lets on.”
“I am bringing back his queen, and riding
with an army. I think he’d be happy to see his
most hated enemy, if they did that for him.”