MAYA'S POV

The arrival of the dead incubus ended the students' trial abruptly. I walk around to smooth Miles and say comforting things, but he doesn't listen. Instead, he files out.

I understand that he's hurt, but if he's gone, who would provide all the information I need? I have no idea where Morien and Jaden have disappeared to. I could tour the academy myself. It's not too late, but my body arches from the non-stop activities of today. I need my energy sleep, as Lux calls it. I have to ...