Velvet’s POV

I kept thinking about everything Zavian told me. The truth would not leave my mind, and I felt a sharp weight in my chest. I knew I needed to hear it from my father too, even if he would not tell me directly. I wanted to check if Zavian was playing any trick on me or trying to push some fear into my heart.

I decided to ask in an indirect way. I did not want Wylder to sense anything. He always read my tone too fast, and if he knew I came prepared, he would hide everything again. I wanted him to slip, even if it was...