“The council is meant to make decisions for this rebellion. Not him alone.” I looked over each of them. There were only two left who hadn’t spoken, and one of them had been one of Mother’s closest friends. The only one who didn’t bow to my father. Liya. I let my gaze settle on her as I spoke. “My mother would be ashamed of what we’ve become. She would be outraged that her death had meant nothing.” I let my words sink in hard as her gaze shuddered, but I didn’t look away. “Help me save my mate, and it will not be for nothing. Help me save my mate, and I will help us win this war.”
