Chapter 149

ALEXANDROS 94 MINUTES BEFORE THE LIGHT GOES OUT With Ophelia’s hand in mine, we head for the quad alongside Osiris, Enora, Cadence, Sienna, and my father. Under an exceptionally bright moon, we stick to the shadows in case Giorgios has spies around campus. Our allies have been informed of our plan and will meet us there, and I have told Anikêtos and Elpis of our strategy. They have agreed to remain cloaked until the time is right. I have tried to locate both my treacherous brother and Malachi by accessing their thoughts but have been unable to. Giorgios is likely using some kind of dark magic to block them both. We emerge from the trees, and Zeus Hall looms into view. All too quickly comes the sound of charging feet, numerous pairs of boots stomping and shaking the ground. My father is far out in front, and he speaks to me privately. Giorgios must have learned of our arrival. Foolishly, I hoped Axl and Xavier could have rescued Malachi without alerting my brother. But of course he is t