Chapter Thirteen
Director Holbeck strode out of the room, two gray-clad guards right behind her.
“Let’s pack it up, people.” Leigh turned to the photographers. “The medical staff needs to make sure this room is ready for tomorrow.”
I leaned against Gideon, shrinking into his arms.
“Tomorrow?” Gideon asked.
“The first pairs are being called down tomorrow.” Leigh said it in a cheerful voice, like she wasn’t announcing a horror even a kep should know to hate.
“So soon?” Gideon’s voice wavered.
“One of the girls from our class will be brought down here. Tomorrow.” My voice trembled as badly as Gideon’s.
“And we have to make sure all the introductory materials are ready for when your classmate arrives,” Leigh said. “So, no time to waste. Let’s get you dressed and give the space back to
