Mary Ann’s POV
“Elder Gregor paid me to spread rumors about the Luna.”
The confession silenced the central hall.
Mara stood near the back of the gathered servants with tears running down her face. Her hands shook so badly that she had twisted the edge of her apron into a tight rope between her fingers.
Modric became completely still.
The bond carried his fury before it showed on his face.
Kylian moved closer to Mara, but his voice remained calm.
“How did Gregor contact you?”
“Not directly.”
“Who did?”
“A clerk named Tomas.”
Kylian glanced toward one of the guards.
“Bring Marek.”
The guard left immediately.
Modric looked at the servants gathered around us. Some appeared frightened. Others lowered their heads as though Mara’s confession had awakened memories they hoped would re
