Chapter 699

After dancing around the topic for so long, Jasper finally got straight to the point. "So, what do you really want?" Knowing who he was, I figured there was no point in holding back. "I have a close friend who might be in there. I want to check on her and need someone to keep her safe." I took a moment before adding, "Her name's Kara Spraggins." Jasper went quiet. I couldn't tell if he was surprised or if he already knew. After all, he had taken on a new identity to get into House of Griffins for his own reasons. He must have learned something during his time there. "Alright. I'll help you, but you need to promise not to put yourself in harm's way," he said firmly. But instead of feeling relieved, a weight settled in my chest. Jasper told me not to put myself in danger by getting into House of Griffins, but Kara was already inside. Just the idea that she could be hurt—or worse—sent a shiver down my spine. "Did you hear me?" Jasper asked, pressing for a response when I stayed qui