Selene waited until the sky was covered in darkness before she dressed—a simple black gown, covered by a heavy black cloak.
The Faction had summoned her. And when the Faction called, she had to answer.
Lila, already dressed in black as well, stood near the window, ready to accompany her.
“We’ll have to leave quietly,” Lila murmured. “No one can see us.”
Selene nodded, pulling the hood over her head.
“Stay here, my Queen,” Lila said. “I’ll clear the path. No guards. Once it’s safe, I’ll come get you.”
Selene raised an eyebrow. “And how exactly do you plan to manage that?”
Lila smirked, brushing a hand through her hair. “Men are simple. A few bats of the eyes, maybe a sweet smile. They’ll clear out on their own.”
“Be careful,” Selene said quietly.
Lila blinked, then grinned. “Don’t
