Calla's POV

This was it. The moment when I had to decide whether to play it safe or take the leap I had come here for.

“From things you probably don’t want to understand,” I said quietly. “Councilwoman, this city has many hidden layers. There are systems at work that traditional politics and law enforcement can’t really deal with. The groups you’re trying to break down serve important roles that go beyond what’s obvious. If you push ahead with your renewal plan without really ...