72
Kerina
We file out of the room and move in separate directions to pack. Ryen said to meet in the common room in two hours.
‘I’ll meet you there, I just want to see somebody,’ says Lariel, veering off down a passageway.
I make my way along the narrow corridor, my mind a jumble of thoughts.
Somebody grabs my elbow. ‘Can I speak with you in private?’
‘Saxon, I don’t think that’s necessary.’
‘Please, it’s important.’
I shake his grip off. ‘Fine. Follow me.’
I lead him back to my room. He hovers in the doorway.
‘You better close that if you want privacy,’ I say, standing opposite him.
He shuts it gently and turns back to face me. ‘I’m sorry. I should never have said those things to you. I don’t blame you for my parents’ death.’
I cross my arms. ‘Especially now you know who to bla
