51
Alec
It’s too bad all the cameras are gone, because this is a moment someone should record. Fifty gem casters sit in the audience, all of them in long robes and angry faces. My parents and Marchesa stand behind the judges table. Charles looms nearby. Part of his wig is askew, which is something I’ve never witnessed before.
Finally, there’s the Queen of Hearts. She’s moved on to adding a clear layer onto her red nail polish. So there’s that.
And against everyone? It’s me and Elle. Somehow, that’s enough.
Legend steps forward. He stretches his arms wide. “Heed me, son. No hope. No escape. Obey.”
“Father. It’s time for the game to end. Your mind vise didn’t work.”
Legend’s face falls. “That’s not possible.”
“Let me make it clear.” I take Elle’s hand. “You don’t control me.”
“How c
