The Decoy Gambit

Talia POV

"Bring the witch." Lucius called it out loud. For the creatures to hear.

Through the bond he said something completely different.

Do not bring her outside. Take Veda to my chambers. East window. Direct line to the front courtyard. That's where she works from. They may know about her. Don't let them see her.

I felt Gideon receive it. Confirm it.

A minute passed.

Then through the south gat