Sadie They were all staring at me now. My words hung in the air like a dense fog, the weight of my suspicion pressing down on everyone in the room. I could see it in their eyes—confusion, shock, and a hesitant flicker of understanding starting to form. Before anyone could speak, Raven's voice cut in, calm but urgent. Her eyes flicking to Brian. “Let’s move this to somewhere more private. This isn’t a conversation for the dungeon.” No one argued. Alec gave a nod, already stepping away from Brian’s cell. I followed him, Raven close at my side. Jason and Micah flanked the rear, and the elders murmured among themselves as they moved as a group. The air shifted, heavy with unease. We returned to the conference room. The moment the door closed behind us, Alec turned to me. “Why do you think

