As the familiar flash of light that came with the teleportation faded away, Ezra blinked his eyes, adjusting instantly.
Standing outside the door to the teleportation room, Armand crossed his arms like a sentinel, waiting for the proclamation. His expression was as blank as he could make it but as soon as Ivo gave him a quick subtle nod, which Ezra noticed from the corner of his eyes, his expression shifted almost minutely in a single emotion.
Relief.
"Is Gen back?" Ezra asked, breaking the quiet.
Armand uncrossed his arms and straightened, his tone even. "She's waiting for you in the library."
Ezra nodded, giving Ivo and Armand one last glance before heading toward the library. His mind was racing, coming up with plans and strategies. People were always trying to make him fight for things he wanted no part in. This time, he wouldn't indulge them.
He walked briskly, his steps echoing faintly down the halls as he approached the library.
