Eight Strands of Venom

“Hey, is everything okay?” I ask as Declan and Korran walk into the room. Korran gives me a look, but Declan comes up, touching my hip gently.

“Perfect. Is this everyone?” he asks, looking around.

“Everyone except for Malakar, but I feel him outside,” I tell him.

I take a seat beside Vaelia as Declan moves to the head of the table to address everyone.

“Good morning, everyone, and thank you for tak