Chapter Six

Summary

• The central conflict stems from a suppressed tension and a veiled threat by Colonel Aetos towards the protagonist, Violet, concerning the secrecy of wartime events and the safety of her sister, Mira.
• Violet experiences a surge of angry power, manifesting as lightning, which she struggles to control and inadvertently causes a disturbance in the courtyard.
• Xaden intervenes with his own abilities to protect others and discusses the dampening effects, or lack thereof, of alcohol on Violet's signet power.
• Violet's dragon partner, Andarna, comments humorously on the ongoing conflict despite needing to sleep for growth and development, as advised by Tairn.
• Xaden reveals his impending deployment to an outpost called Samara, prompting concerns over limited time for communication and togetherness with Violet.
• He advises Violet on caution with sending written communications, as leadership will be monitoring them due to current tensions within their ranks.
• Xaden and Violet share a personal and suggestivemoment, discussing trust and their complex relationship dynamic.
• Xaden emphasizes caution about getting involved with questionable activities and surrounding oneself with trustworthy individuals from their shared past at Resson.
• Their conversation ends with Xaden teasing anticipation and Violet asserting her independence and frustration at their undefined relationship.
• As Xaden leaves, Rhi approaches Violet, both discussing their feelings towards the recent events and revealing Rhi's promotion to squad leader.
• The chapter concludes with a sense of camaraderie among friends and a relief amidst the tensions as Violet and her peers celebrate Rhi's new leadership role with the desire to live free of immediate concerns.