Damon There was no moment like now and today was the day. I had dreamed of this moment for far too long. For nights, I had rehearsed every word, every sneer, every calculated look I would wear when I finally brought Lyra crumbling to her knees in front of those self-righteous elders. And now, as Selene and I pushed open the heavy council chamber doors, I felt that delicious anticipation rise in me like smoke curling from a flame. I was azazel come for reckoning from those who had wronged me. Killian and Lyra were seated at the front, side by side like two golden idols, their bond practically glowing for anyone to see. The elders had been deep in debate, half convinced, half doubtful, when all heads turned at our sudden entrance. Gasps rippled across the chamber. Selene’s heels clicked

