Even though Caleb is pretty adamant in his refusal, I won’t accept it until he fully hears me out.
“No, no. It’s perfect. You can make sure the wolves stay away long enough that they won’t come back and find me. That will give me plenty of time to head into the library and find the secret passage.”
Caleb’s glare only hardens. “Do I need to remind you about the small army of militarily-trained servants who would still be inside the house, likely following your every move?”
I haven’t forgotten them, but my fear over Bethany and her safety is making me restless and reckless. I can admit that my plan is not without big flaws. However, for my friend, I’m willing to take chances. “I can figure that out.”
“No,” Caleb says firmly.
“I can get around them,” I insist. “I can sneak into the libr
