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We’re all sent from our morning classes to the outdoor amphitheater for an Academy-wide meeting. There’s some grumbling from Priapus as he makes his way down the wooded path, and a stifled groan every time his wheelbarrow hits a tree root.
Cassie and Fern settle in on either side of me as we find a seat, and I sneak a glance at Val. But he’s on the far side of the theatre, deep in conversation with some other vamps. Their eyes are dark, their voices a low rumble, a few fangs erupt as their voices raise in argument.
It makes me nervous watching them. Tensions are at an all-time high and I’ve got a feeling those vampires—including Val—probably aren’t arguing over ways they can help bring everyone together again.
As Themis takes the stage, I do a quick check for Nico. I haven’t seen hi
