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The door closes behind Amara and Helios, and Clio walks up to me and takes my hand, leading me to sit while my mind races, not even knowing where to begin.
She got hurt because of me, and our son was stolen from her because of me— because I trusted blindly and exposed her to harm. She knew nothing of our gods or about being queen and depended on me to protect her and make sure no harm came her way, but I failed, and I don’t even know how to tell her how sorry I am or about the horrible things Athena did. I can’t even bear to repeat them, but seeing them will overwhelm her, so I have to find a way somehow.
“Hey, talk to me,” she says, scooting closer and holding my hand firmer, and I shift to face her, taking a deep breath as I confess I don’t even know w
