Lina's POV
Damon had been assassinated!
Even if every last person in Burndale believed it, I never would.
I stood in a nondescript apartment building nearby with Cipher, watching the chaos unfold through binoculars.
"Is this princess actually insane?" I muttered, watching Cecilia's guards clash with the facility's security perimeter. "She brought the entire royal guard. She's going to storm a private research facility!"
Apparently, Cecilia's obsession with Damon wasn't just gossip. It was terrifyingly real.
"Is Damon really hurt?" Cipher asked beside me, her voice tight with concern.
I lowered the binoculars and tapped her nose gently. "Sweet girl, Damon is one of the most valuable assets in this city. Every major power wants him on their side. Who would dare assassi
