SERA
The journey back to the compound was silent. Marcus carried my father's body wrapped in a cloak, I walked beside him feeling numb. The others gave me space, their eyes filled with pity that I didn't want.
I'd killed at least fifteen Council guards, maybe more, I'd stopped counting after the first few fell. That should have made me feel better but it didn't.
We reached the compound, rogues stopped and stared as we passed, words spread quickly that the mission was successful but we failed in what mattered.
Elena met us at the gate, her face falling when she saw Marcus burden.
"Sera," she said softly, "I'm so sorry."
I couldn't respond, I couldn't speak.
"Where's Lila?" Kade asked.
"In the main house, I'll get her."
"No," I finally found my voice, "I'll tell her myself, she shou
