Chapter 123

Ronan’s POV

The council’s notice arrived folded into Tamsin’s shift ledger. I had already handed her the emergency stones and the courier book. This document set out what the inquiry would examine: my concealed requisition, the delayed record, Darius’s access to the station, and Ilyra’s objection that I had known Mara’s route would be involved.

“You are allowed to answer in writing,” Tamsin said. “You are not allowed to speak to the transport guards before they make their statements.”

“I understand.”

She made me meet her eyes. “Including thanking them for doing their work.”

That had been exactly what I was thinking of doing. I wanted the young clerk to know I didn't blame her for letting me sign a valid-looking form. If I approached her now, she would have to wonder what answer I wanted from her.