Chapter 49

**Evangeline's POV**

The summons came during first period. A sharp knock on the classroom door made everyone turn their heads. Mrs. Patterson answered it, speaking in hushed whispers with whoever stood outside.

"Evangeline Cross," she called out. "Please gather your things. You're needed in the council chambers."

My blood went cold. Every pair of eyes in the room stared at me as I packed my bag with shaking hands. The council chambers meant serious trouble. ...