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Kerina
Darkness surrounds us like a blanket. The streets are deserted, as if people know something is happening but want no part of it. There is no point trying to hide our arrival. The Governess will have her people in place already. Besides, there is only one way into the area. That’s why the ruse worked so well for Lariel last time. The only thing to do is to walk straight in.
‘I’ve got your back,’ whispers Vera, squeezing my shoulder.
I am comforted by the words. Vera, who cares about nobody, has been fiercely protective of me. She is one ally I’m glad to have found.
‘We’re not going to let anything happen to you,’ says Ryen.
Vera and Ryen flank either side of me while Elgee and Lariel bring up the rear. There was no sign of Lace or Raider’s crew on the way here. I’m confiden
