CHAPTER 89- LET'S COMPLETE THE BONDELARIS“What? What did they say,” I ask, my hand tightening on the handle of the suitcase.“Theysaid the time they proposed that you meet them still stands,"Malrik says, his tone more distant than the way he usually talks to me.“There's no avoiding it this time.”My stomach drops and I can't think of what to say to that.Jacob's eyes flick to my suitcase. ”What,” he starts, an unamused smile on his face. “That house is no longer comfy enough?”“Leave her alone,” Malrik says. “Dont tease her.”Jacob makes a face,but actually listens to Malrik.“Best prepare for what to say in front of the council,” he tells me.Then he heads out the door.Me and Malrik stand there staring at each other, not saying a word. Eventually, he turns around and begins heading upstairs."Where are you going?" I ask, taking a step forward."Upstairs, to the Study." He pauses his steps but doesn't turn around to look at me. "Your room is neat as always."He keeps on walking an
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