After the trial, the leaders summoned us, and we all went to the Verbeck Institution together. I knew he was angry about what happened between me and Morganna. Our failed mission was also brought up. Morganna’s disapproval of the Conclave’s decision was evident on her face, and she kept giving me sharp glances, but I ignored them. “Everyone, what the hell happened during your mission?” the leaders immediately asked when we arrived at the office. Even before we could sit down, he asked that question. “You failed your mission, and this happened? Can someone explain everything to me?” I remained silent; I didn’t want everything to come from me. “She stole my power,” Morganna said. “For fck’s sake, Morganna! Can you stop your madness?” Zane yelled at Morganna. “She never stole it from y

