I turned to Therys, then I suddenly realized it was a perfect time for our second collaboration, after the election events.
“We should work together.”
The words were out before I could second-guess them. Therys raised an eyebrow and crossed his arms while Nora smirked like she already knew how the conversation was going to end.
“Work together?” he echoed. “And why should I do that?”
“Yes,” I said, raising my chin and squaring my shoulders. “You’re Xander’s biggest rival, and everyone knows it. I want him gone as badly as you do, and we both know Lilith won’t last two days without him. But if you stand with us, more students will find the courage to speak against him. The ones too afraid of retaliation will finally feel safe to support me… and you.”
He tilted his head, studying me as
