Chapter 7

Alexander finally moved his sword away from my throat. I could clearly feel a thick, sticky liquid trickling down the blade and dripping onto the floor. Blood. He had genuinely wanted to kill me just now.

I forced myself to stay calm, refusing to let any fear show on my face. "Edward is cautious," I said, steadying my voice. "He knows nothing escapes your eyes. That's why he hid his most dangerous secret somewhere no one would ever suspect."

I met Alexander's gaze through the mask, explaining carefully. "He thought as long as he kept still, as long as his…