Fifty-Six
Justice’s heart beat faster when she heard the first cries of alarm, pleased to see panic on the faces of the men who had been celebrating her imminent demise.
Marcus lurched out of his seat, chair tumbling to the floor behind him as he raced for the doors and disappeared through. He returned moments later, a harried expression on his face.
‘It’s the Ward,’ he said grimly. ‘They’re inside the compound. They’ll be here in minutes. I’ve locked the main door but it won’t keep them out for long.’
Master Potts and Master Olman stood, wine glasses clutched in their hands.
Cole took refuge behind them. ‘I’ve got to get out of here. The wardens will kill me if they find me.’
‘Idiot.’ Marcus cast a disgust-filled glance Cole’s way as he helped Master Reeves to his feet and handed hi
