Frozen Flame of Dawn - Chapter 108

Chapter 108: Chapter 52: A New Beginning_1

Aiden stood by the narrow window of a watchtower chamber, positioned atop the thirty-foot-high and ten-foot-thick outer wall of Icelorn Basin. The wind carried the sharp bite of early morning cold, ruffling his hair as he leaned against the ledge, gazing at the ridges inside these walls.

His golden eyes flickered toward the horizon, where another massive construction project was taking shape.

At the peak of the mountain ridges, an inner defensive wall was being erected—a second line of fortification, a safeguard if the outer wall ever fell. Unlike the one he stood on now, this one was still in its infancy, its foundation barely complete. But even so, he could see the vision behind it.

A true stronghold and a fortress for the future.

For a fleeting moment, he wondered if this was all just a dream.

“Captain, can you manage i will just be there in few hours you can rest here.”

One of his team members had said that earlier when he was on patrol, and Aiden, who usually refused such offers, had accepted this time.

He needed the moment to clear his mind.

It had been half a month since he and his team had arrived here, and in these short weeks, everything had changed.

When he first arrived at Icelorn Basin, he hadn’t been sure what to expect from Amira and her people.

Would they truly work together? Would their interests clash?

And at first, he had his doubts, especially when Amira made the call to use half of their available resources on building this outer wall, putting expansion and supply gathering on hold in favor of fortifications.

Because when he first arrived at near basin, he hadn’t been sure what to expect from Amira and her people.

Would they truly work together? Would their interests clash?

At first, he had his doubt, especially when Amira made the call to use half of their available resources on building this outer wall, putting expansion, supply gathering and saving on hold in favor of fortifications.

It had frustrated him but also a part of him had questioned her motives.

Was she truly prioritizing the safety of the people? Or was she securing her own power in this region?

That thought didn’t last long also the moment he saw how she managed everything—how she coordinated tasks, structured patrols, and ensured that no one was neglected—his doubts faded.

Like she wasn’t just building a wall but a was building a system but a true sanctuary.

Even with half their resources tied into fortifications, she never neglected the mission. While one group worked on construction, another was sent out in all four directions, searching for survivors.

While doing so they found them. Hundreds—thousands—of displaced civilians were pulled from the wreckage of fallen towns and villages, escorted back to safety within the walls.

And as if that wasn’t enough, she had ensured that his team and hers never stopped training.

Every three days, patrol units would rotate, allowing soldiers to recover and train while fresh teams took their place. No one was overworked, no one was neglected, and no one became complacent.

He hadn’t expected i but also to admire her leadership. as Aiden’s gaze now lowered to the landscape beyond the walls.

So far, they had cleared nearly 200 kilometers of land surrounding the basin.

It was a monumental effort and saveable had not only secured settlements and saved lives, but they had established a wired communication network across the entire area.

A feat that would have been impossible without Elias and his technical team.

Aiden smirked slightly, recalling how Elias had hesitated at first, doubting if they could establish such an extensive system so quickly. But Amira had pushed him.

She had pushed all of them and were also keeping they did it but tins partrength while they rows in the Shadows

Aiden clenched his hand into a fist, watching as small embers danced along his fingers.

His own strength was growing as well but Faster than ever.

His control over his fire abilities had sharpened immensely. He could feel his energy reserves expanding, his flames growing more precise and destructive.

Was it the constant battles? The rigorous training? Or something else entirely? “We’re evolving too.”

Not just him but also his people as with every passing day, their awakened abilities refined themselves, their bodies adapting to the ever-changing world.

He exhaled, letting his flames fade. A New Beginning?

For the first time since he left the Central Province, he felt something strange in his chest.

It wasn’t just determination anymore but loyalty and responsibility as we t was something… hopeful.

A part of him had feared that his mission to protect the citizens of the Federation would be hindered by coming here.

But instead, it had grown stronger which he hadn’t expected it.

But now, standing on this wall, watching a real future being built before his eyes, he realized…

Just as he was about to lose himself in another round of contemplation, the door to the chamber creaked open.

Aiden didn’t turn.

He already knew who it was and only with he footsteps were too familiar, leisurely and unhurried, as if their owner had all the time in the world.

A chair scraped against the floor when then came the sound of someone biting into an apple.

Aiden exhaled through his nose, suppressing a small smirk.

“You do realize this is a watchtower post, right? Not your personal lounge?”

Tommy, lounging comfortably in his chair, propped his feet up against the table and took another bite of his apple before answering.

“You looked like you were drowning in your thoughts. Thought I’d come keep you company, be a good friend and all.”

Aiden finally turned, arms still folded, eyebrow arched.

“Right. And it has nothing to do with the fact that Rina is off training in seclusion and you suddenly find yourself with too much free time?”

Tommy narrowed his eyes, chewing slower. “I refuse to dignify that with a response.”

Aiden chuckled, shaking his head. “You never change, do you?”

“Why mess with perfection?” Tommy shot back with a grin.