Truth be told, Caelus's detached nature made him all the more endearing to Lilith. He was exceptional—so exceptional that he treated worldly power with total indifference.
In her quieter moments, Lilith actually envied Violet. That woman spent her days wandering the Tribe territory, tending to her gardens and pruning flowers, yet she commanded immense respect simply because she was Caelus's mother.
It was proof that in this world, hard work often paled in comparison to simply having the right child.
"We'll treat Caelus the same as Pallas," Lilith decided, her tone shifting from envious to practical. "We build the skeleton of the city—the walls, the foundations—and let him handle the rest. And frankly, it's time you gave Violet something real to do. She can't just wander the wilds anymore."
Lilith's expression darkened slightly. "The world is changing. The wilderness won't be safe for a lone gardener much longer."
