Chapter 60: Shadows of the Past

Leander

 

My guts seethe with a fire nothing can quench. I’m ready to swear I’ve been betrayed to the clutches of the demon Azriel. The Order of the Divinic is full of tricky characters, none more so than Ceal DeLaurier.

Of course she’s the one who sent for me. And from Aisling’s reaction, it was an unauthorized invitation.

“Leander.” Aisling has shifted into a stance of regal, oily charm, snaking her hand through my elbow. “Walk with me.” Her tone hardens when she casts a look at Ceal. “Mrs. DeLaurier, you will walk with us. Thomas and Azriel, you bring Emily and follow after. We’ll convene in the great hall.”

Little as I relish the notion of a parley with Azriel and Thomas, Aisling is not to be refused. Besides, I’ve come all this way, so I intend to get to the bottom of whatever trickery is afoot.