Lucien's POV

I was summoned at mid day. Not a private audience but a formal court session with all the major houses in attendance. I knew immediately this would not end well.

I found Elara in her chambers. "My mother has called court. She knows about the laboratories."

Her face paled. "How?"

"I figured the security detected our entry. I should have been more careful with the protective spells." I moved to the window checking for guards. "You need to come with me. Refusing the summons ...