Cassian’s POV My room was crowded. I wanted to be alone, to think, to breathe, but my brothers just wouldn’t leave. They were sprawled everywhere—on the bed, on the floor, leaning against the wall. The air was thick with their voices, their energy, their stubbornness. “Can you all just go to your rooms?” I said, rubbing my temples. “I need to think.” Dante shook his head, his arms crossed. “No way. I’m waiting until everyone’s asleep. I need to see Raven. I have to apologize to her.” Caius snorted, rolling his eyes. “That’s a flimsy excuse, Dante. You just want to show her how hard you are right now. Don’t act like you’re some gentleman.” Dante glared at him. “Shut up, Caius…You don’t know what you’re talking about.” Elias sighed, looking disappointed. “Honestly, I’m absolutely disap

