“You admit your loss?” Malice asked, her every word graceful. “Yes.” Mercy had chosen to give up her bet so that she could save Lindon and Yerin, but she still felt some regret. And a touch of despair. She had enjoyed being out on her own. But it had been worth it. If Daji had joined Kiro or Meira, Mercy’s friends wouldn’t have survived. Her freedom for her friends’ lives was a good trade.
