70 Kerina I pace the room as the revelations from earlier spin around inside my mind. I haven’t seen Saxon since he stormed out last night. Ryen assures me he just needs some space and that he will come around soon, but I’m not so sure. ‘My parents were killed … because of you.’ The guilt boils up and makes me want to vomit. I can’t even begin to grasp the fact that I am the heir to Middtown. My biological father is the Primo Dictor. He took over when his father died several years ago. My father is responsible for ruling the communities and leading the Dictors who govern in his absence. They must do as he directs. That is now my birthright. There is a knock on the door. ‘Come in.’ Vera stands awkwardly in the doorway. ‘I’m not good with girl talk.’ ‘Did Ryen send you to keep an eye

