Chapter 128: The Eaglet
Naomi’s eyes widened all eyes turned to the bird on her shoulder, her gaze locked on the small bird. Rose let out a soft gasp before saying, "This is the highest he’s flown today."
Naomi could only nod in agreement, just as equally surprised. The little bird tilted its head, its tiny eyes gleaming as it regarded her. From the way it stood—head slightly bowed, body unmoving—it almost seemed like it was greeting her, as if it recognized her.
A small smile tugged at Naomi’s lips, and she couldn’t deny the warmth that bloomed in her chest. It was an odd feeling. Why did it feel like this bird knew her?
Rylan, too, appeared surprised, his sharp eyes darting between Naomi and the eaglet. He said nothing, but the way he observed them so closely made it clear that he found this interaction unusual.
The small alarm watch in his hand suddenly buzzed, breaking the moment.
Naimi glanced at it before looking back at the bird, reluctant to move.
The watch’s sharp beeping signaled the end of the bird’s training session. As if on cue, the eaglet fluttered its wings, preparing to descend. Just as it lifted its small talons off the perch and flew back down, the sound of heavy footsteps approached.
Naomi turned her head to see several men entering the training area. Their uniforms were crisp, their expressions unreadable as they walked in perfect synchronization toward Rylan.
Naomi found it funny. Why would several men come just to get the bird in its cage? It was amusing because it was a harmless, tiny eaglet—not a lion or some wild animal they’d seen. Yet here they were, all looking so professional.
She turned to him. "Is it time for the eaglet to go?" she asked, her voice quieter than before.
Rylan nodded respectfully. "Yes."