Verity’s POV

“Sit.”

I froze. The command wasn’t shouted, but I heard it loud and clear pulling me like a rope. Caleb and I exchanged a quick glance, and that small flicker of connection was enough to make Cassian’s lips curl into a warning growl.

My heart stuttered. Without another word, Caleb and I obeyed, sliding into seats next to each other at the long table. Cassian sat at the head, Kin quietly at his left, while Caleb took the spot on his right. I settled beside Caleb, ...