Thirty-Two
VIOLET
In the shocked silence that follows Councilor Bouchard’s revelation, I meet Ryn’s gaze. Every thought racing through my mind is reflected in his eyes. As if we haven’t been through enough in the past week, our world has once again shifted suddenly and irreversibly. The secret each of us has kept our entire lives is now evident for everyone to see.
Griffin Gifted. Feared. Not trusted. Not permitted to work for any Guild.
Councilor Bouchard scans the murmuring crowd, his eyes settling on every glowing form, memorizing the men and women who’ve broken the law by failing to register themselves and working illegally as guardians. His eyes narrow as they focus on me. I know he recognizes me from the dealings we’ve had in the past. My support of the reptiscilla petitions. My
