Chapter 16 The Missing Truth

Alaric's POV

The feast was over. I watched Sophie walk away. Her head held high.

Elara had stormed out behind her. The air in the Great Hall finally felt thin enough to breathe.

I turned to my uncle. Magnus was swirling the last of the wine in his cup. He looked satisfied.

"You have a rare creature in that kitchen, Alaric." Magnus said.

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