“I know what you meant.” Her red wings bristled. “But I will not have one of my fletchings blaming herself for something she didn’t do.” My heart was so squashed it gave a pathetic thump. “How many feathers are you missing?” “Four hundred and thirty-two.” “And are you currently signed up to a sinner?” I swallowed, my throat so raw it hurt. “Yes, but I’m done.” “Well then, let’s head to the Ranking Room.” My eyebrows jolted up. “Together?” “When your mother brought you here, you became my responsibility, and until the day you graduate from my guild, you will stay my responsibility.” She clasped
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