Cassian’s POV

Jareth’s tears spilled freely, his face twisted into a mask of despair. He knew deep down that he was in immeasurable trouble with me. He had broken our agreement, shattered what little trust I had ever granted him, and worst of all, he had placed a target squarely on Dravina’s back.

If she hadn’t run away, none of this would have unraveled. I wouldn’t have been forced to arrest Arixen. I wouldn’t have uncovered the depth of their treachery. But here we were.

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