THE DAY AFTER HER SURGERY, Sofi had insisted on bed rest. So Kaelyn kept herself busy on Sofi’s study console, researching the Gratu to try and understand Vrenta. This feud had to end. If Kaelyn was to attend this university, she didn’t want an enemy ready and waiting for her when she arrived. Vrenta had hated her on sight. Which meant it probably wasn’t personal. Vrenta made several comments about Chelyana and Montelea. Maybe she’d heard about the negotiations. As the Princess of Gratu, could she be jealous? Was she hoping for an engagement to Chord?
Kaelyn rolled her eyes, picturing Chord and Vrenta in an embrace. A giggle burst from her lips. Chord probably wouldn’t survive it. No, there had to be more. Kaelyn was determined to find out what it was.
Hours later, Sofi returned from her
