Chapter 32: Shipyard Standoff

Vera’s voice cut through Lila’s thoughts, sharp and suspicious.

“You’re not meeting him,” she snapped, storming into the room, her bruised face a reminder of The Wraith’s cruelty. “He’s a snake, Lila. And that woman—Elena—she’s council. You’re trusting the wrong people.”

Lila’s jaw tightened. “I do...