Chapter 4

On the eve of Varys's mother, Willow's birthday party, I stood before my wardrobe, torn with indecision.

Since Brianna mentioned that Willow was fond of orchids, I got a blue dress embroidered with silver-thread orchids.

My fingers traced the smooth silk. I was not sure if I really should go to an event where I clearly wasn't wanted.

My phone buzzed with a message from Veronica. [No way, honey! Are you really going to that party? It's a trap.]

I replied: [Refusing would just make me look guilty.]

Veronica: [Watch out for Brianna. I dug up something fishy.]

She quickly…