The Trap I Walk Into
"She took someone alive."
My voice shook and I stared at the blood again and my chest rose fast and my mind ran.
If she took them… then she wanted something, she wanted me.
The thought hit hard and it was clear and sharp and then I turned and ran back through the halls.
People still moved around and guards shouted orders.
Doors slammed and fear was everywhere.
"Lyra!"
Darius grabbed my arm when I passed him and his grip was strong and tight.
"Where were you?" he demanded and I pulled my arm back.
"She took someone."
His face hardened.
"I know. We are searching."
"No," I said.
"You do not understand."
"Then explain."
I stepped closer.
"She is not killing all of them."
His eyes narrowed.
"What do you mean?"
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