30AdieAdie’s nerves came and went, making waves of nausea fall over her and retreat, leaving her exhausted. She wished she had asked Aura to come with them this morning. She would tell me everything is going to be okay. Or would she? She’s been through so much in just a matter of days.
In her mind, she worked on the speech that would honor Felipe. Guilt coursed through her about how wrong she had been about him.
Guards lined the hallway, and as they passed each one, they stood at attention. Adie followed Gossamer to the top floor of the Dome, and she saw the blue sky at the end of the hallway where the room opened up to the High Perch. The Announcer excitedly hopped over to her. His ears perked straight up.
“Ruler Adie, I’m thrilled to be a part of this day. I’ll let you know when it’s
