Book Seven: Chapter 204

“What do you think? Can you organize the people who are left here to help us with the defenses?”

Ingrid glanced left and right. The remnants of the Order had made a small bonfire and there were maybe a hundred people capable of fighting.

“With the Director’s departure, I am the highest-ranking official and will accept all responsibility for our actions.” She gave a meaningful look to Aurora. “I intend to break protocol, despite your best advice.”

“Thank you.” Aurora bowed her head at Ingrid and then turned to Beth. “You will need to let me know what our people should expect.”

“We will. Our best are already on the job and you can expect a full defense of the island to be mounted by sunrise, with or without the help of the merfolk.” Beth looked over at Pele, who was regarding her coolly. “The wounds you have dealt the people of the sea are far too fresh. I apologize for wasting your time and bringing you here. It was my hope that they would greet you with the r