“Where is Wrath?” I don’t know why I blurted it out, but it seemed odd that the demon of war was nowhere to be found while we were in his glorious weapons chamber. Anir glanced sideways at me as he poured himself a glass and downed it by half. “I didn’t think you’d mind his absence.” “I don’t. I’m just curious.” When he didn’t respond, I found my ridiculous mouth filling the silence. “He seemed uneasy about my choosing to visit House Envy. I would have thought he’d wish to see me when I returned.” “Do you ask after me when I’m away?” “No.” “Ouch.” Blood and bones. I immediately kicked myself
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