Thomas
In the two days since we stormed Marek’s stronghold, the remaining members of his pack have scattered. We’ve punched a considerable hole in the Crimson Circle’s leadership, and everything is in chaos. They’re ripe for the picking, and one or two decisive moves could end their subversive reign of terror.
Why can’t I focus?
“We were lucky,” Serena says, stoic in the wake of our tenuous victory.
“Speak for yourself.” Waylon nurses his bandaged hand, ruing the loss of three fingers.
“You survived,” Azriel reminds him, and Waylon scowls back at him.
“Everybody volunteered.” My stern tone tamps down any rising tension. “We knew the risks and walked out alive. Considering what we were up against, I’d say that’s a win. Besides…” I cast a heartsick look towards the corridor—and Emily’s room. “Nobody lost more than Emily. Remember that.”