SOPHIA’S POV I parked in the driving lot of Jace’s office building and took a deep breath before stepping in. As expected, eyes turned to me as I walked in. Some offered greetings while the rest just stared. Then I bumped into Kyle. “Sophia, how are you?” he asked. I forced a smile. “I’m fine. Have you heard from your sister? She tried to kill me.” His expression shifted instantly. The easy smile he’d worn fell away, replaced by something tight and uneasy. “I know,” he said quietly, glancing around to make sure no one was listening. “I’ve been trying to reach her, but she’s gone off the grid. You shouldn’t be walking around like this, Sophia. Especially not with her still out there.” I folded my arms. “You think I don’t know that? I’ve been looking over my shoulder every second

