WENDY’S POV
The morning light barely filtered through the curtains when I was shaken awake. My eyes fluttered open to see Ermac standing over me. His expression was as cold and unreadable as always.
“Get up,” he commanded. His voice was firm, leaving no room for argument.
I groaned, stretching the stiffness from my limbs. “What’s going on?”
“We need to talk,” he said, stepping back to give me room to sit up.
I pushed the covers off and sat on the edge of the bed, rubbing my eyes. “This couldn’t wait until I was actually awake?”
“No.” His tone was sharp, and I knew better than to push him.
“What is it?” I asked.
“You’re leaving today. You’re going to the palace to watch Allison and check on her. I want to know everything she does, everything that happens around her. Report back to m
