Ivy’s POV

“Run!”

My feet slammed against the soil as I moved. My clothes weren’t making the task any easier, but I pushed regardless.

“This way!” Mae hissed, yanking me toward a narrow alley. We darted through it, our shoulders scraping the walls. The smell of smoke and sewage immediately filled my nose.

“Stop right there!” a guard roared behind us. The metallic sound of swords being drawn followed. My heart leapt into my throat.

Mae cursed under her breath, grabbed my arm ...