Chapter 64

LEONE 

I kicked the barrel of wine to the other side as I walked through the already deserted market square. It rolled away with a hollow thud, spilling some leftover liquid onto the dirt. I had spent the last few hours tracking this fellow down, following scents and whispers from the few people still lingering around. 

The sun had dipped low, and the sky was turning dark. I wanted to get back to the palace, to check on Sera and see if Cassian had any news, but I needed ...