They nodded frantically, gathering themselves and moving quickly toward the door. As the door closed behind them, I let out a slow breath, feeling the tension leave the room in waves. The pieces were coming together, and now I had a name. I could begin planning my next steps, making sure Roman’s path forward was protected—and that those who sought to undermine him understood the consequences. But I had to verify that what they said was the truth before taking action. --- I stepped out of my room. I needed answers, or at least someone who could help me get them. But I didn't want to talk to Alexander about this yet. Kyle. Maybe he’d know more than the gossiping girls, or at least could verify what had happened. I walked through the hallways, until I reached Kyle’s quarters. I knocked

