Juliet was relieved when she discovered that three of her five heroes were onboard. The problem was going to be the last two.
She was afraid of even talking to Krae. What if he somehow got word to Rukelion and he knew they were coming? He was a stalwart person who cared for the well-being of his clan above all else. If Zelish clan leaders were truly allied with Rukelion…
"Professor Lucien, I don't think we should talk to Krae. It's too much of a risk," she said as the two of them sat down to eat lunch together one day.
This had become a habit. Other members of the staff seemed to think they were dating but, as was the case with Ira and Sarabeth, they were plotting something. That was the only reason they were spending time together.
