Mina continued walking, smiling a little at the desperation in his voice. This was not how he had planned events, she was sure. ‘I’m going to break her gold thread now. Come back. Mina, would you really turn your back on your friend? The danger is greater than you realise.’ Something in his voice made Mina turn to look over her shoulder just in time to see the cloaked Council member throw off his cloak. Ellechino stood there in his red outfit and crude mask. Mina remembered his wolfish transformation and shuddered. Could she really leave Lisette to his mercy? She didn’t have to answer that question. Lisette had seen her opportunity. She turned and ran. Roberto looked from her to Mina, frustration flashing across his face. Mina stood her ground, knowing he would choose her. Strangely, El

