Chapter 159

Cassidy's POV

I never thought the courtyard could feel this peaceful. The air was cool against my skin, and for the first time in weeks, there was laughter in Kellan’s voice.

We had won. The vote had gone in our favor. I let myself smile, even if it felt fragile, because for the first time, I believed we might be safe.

Kellan leaned back against the wall, his arms folded but his eyes soft. “We r