My father continues the grilling. “For now, let’s speak of this girl. You know she cannot stay here.”
Before I can argue, Mother comes to Cynthia’s defense. “She should remain until we can release her safely. We need to understand her purpose…there is a reason the rogues seek her. We need to know why.”
“We could set a trap,” Owein suggests.
“Now wait a minute…” I yell, springing forward.
To do what, I don’t know—but even mentioning this idea makes my blood boil.
Mother lifts a hand to stop me. “It’s not our way to place anyone in danger,” she says calmly. “There are other—safer—ways to get the information we need. I agree we should make an inquiry with the Malkeye. They may have also had run-ins with this rogue band. We could send Rita since she is familiar with the pack and can be…d
