Chapter 88

Damien's POV “You’re late,” I growled into the phone. She might be helping us, but she needs to understand I don’t tolerate being kept waiting. “I’m sorry,” she replied quickly. “Training ran long, and I had a lot to take care of before I could slip away. But I have to tell you, I don’t have great news.” My stomach dropped. Had someone discovered her involvement? Had the plan been exposed? “I’m dropping the call,” I said coldly, lowering my voice. I wasn’t about to let her drag me into anything that could be traced back to me. “I’m alone,” Rita said firmly. “I can video call you right now if you need proof. Just listen.” I stayed silent, giving her space to speak. “The problem is the vampire,” she continued. “She tried to attack Maya yesterday, like I already told you, but there’s more. Oliver found out about the attack, and he’s furious. He’s trying to have her thrown out of the coven. Here’s the worst part: she told me that if we had come to her just a few days earlier, she would’ve