Chapter 51

CLAUDIA. I don’t know if Kiernan saved me from telling the truth or doomed me to never tell it. Maybe it’s a blessing in disguise, maybe it’s a curse. It’s too early to decide and too late to say anything about it at the same time. I wanted to excuse myself from the activity altogether and just avoid Achilles for now, but then he just grabs me by the arm and leads me out of the door, following Kiernan. Meanwhile, the villagers are now being escorted out, each of them looking curious but respectful enough not to pry. I thought that the venue they chose would be the dining area, but Kiernan continues to walk until we’re in front of a familiar room, one of the very few places in the palace that we are not allowed to go to as maids. The Alpha King’s study. I can already hear voices from inside. Achilles doesn’t hesitate and brings me with him when they enter. I try not to look around in awe of the place. Just the piles of papers and books alone is enough to make me gasp, but what real