Chapter 17
“A time to search and a time to give up, a time to keep and a time to throw away, a time to tear and a time to mend…” ~Human Bible, the Word of the Creator of humankind.
Peri left the Keep’s infirmary and headed for the great hall. “Have you gathered everyone?” she asked her mate through their bond.
“I have all the leaders assembled. We will begin when you get here. Are you flashing or do you need a minute?”
Peri smiled. “I need to gather myself. I’m going to walk there to get it together.”
“We will get through this,” Lucian said, his voice fierce. He was the one being strong, despite the fact that he’d lost his brother and sister-in-law. “There is no shame in grieving, my love.”
“I know. It’s just been a long time since I’ve felt this kind of pain. It’s a shock to my sys
