Chapter 24

With a wistful sigh, Amaya strode up to the attendant beside the master of ceremonies. The attendant nodded gratefully and handed the slip of paper to his master.

Maya backed out of the room as the master of ceremonies wove an elaborate speech about where the teams and contestants had finished on the first day of the tournament. She wanted to escape before the crowds. But just as she exited the cool beauty of the top box, another person darted out of it.

“Maya!”

She turned back and found Amber waiting there on the top step. “Amber, what are you doing?”

But her eyes were wide with concern. “I couldn’t find you after you left to speak with Helly. I didn’t know what had happened to you.”

“I’m fine, Amber,” she said as her friend flung herself into her arms. “I’m right here. I’m working with the tournament.”

Amber pulled back and swallowed. “Good. I’m glad you’re safe. Have you seen Marc? Was he with you?”

“Amber? No, why would he be? Wasn’t he packing to go with Kenris?”

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