Chapter 630. How Dare You Speak To Me That Way?

“Yes. Scentbane was her invention.”

“What? She created something so vicious?”

Alicia’s eyes widened as a thought struck her. “Was it revenge? Because you expelled her back then? She must have held a grudge and made this poison just to make even you helpless against it.”

Aurelius let out another weary sigh. If this truly was Quarta’s doing, peace would be a luxury no one could expect again.

“No matter what, you must help Caitlin,” Alicia pressed.

“I will,” Aurelius promised with a nod.

At least convincing Aurelius to come with them had gone smoothly. They stayed the night at the Varga estate and prepared to depart at first light.

That evening they checked in with New York: James and Kelly had arrived safely and were settled. Caitlin no longer needed to worry. Everything was in order—except for Xero. His safety was uncertain. He was still in Graystone Castle, far too close to Zorro, and that was dangerous.

That same night, the great hall