Audrey’s POV
I walked through the packhouse, my mind racing. If the elders were planning something, I had to find out what. I couldn’t wait for them to make their move first.
I needed answers.
I needed to know who was working against me.
And I needed to know now.
I turned a corner and nearly ran into Evelyne. She stepped back, raising an eyebrow. "You’re in a hurry."
I took a deep breath. "I need to talk to you."
She studied me for a moment, then nodded. "Come with me."
She led me down a quiet hallway, away from the main part of the packhouse. We stopped outside a small room, and she pushed the door open.
Inside, there was a wooden table, a few chairs, and a single candle flickering in the corner.
Evelyne shut the door behind us. "What’s on your mind?"
I didn’t hesitate. "The el
