Drake pov.
I felt so stupid. Just for a second, though, like I was losing my mind, but it passed quickly. I stared at her—Lia—standing there with that smug smile, holding the symbol of her victory. Everything about her presence made me sick. I wanted to walk over and shove her out the door, but what would be the point? The Council had already made their decision, and there was nothing I could do about it.
This was going to be the worst day of my life.
I stayed quiet for what felt like an eternity, the silence in the room suffocating. I didn't even bother looking at her anymore; I was done with this entire situation. Standing up, I made up my mind to leave—anything was better than staying in the same room with her. But before I could step out, her voice stopped me.
“Hey, Drake, you goin
