Chapter 21 The Montenero’s New Apprentice

• Tanya’s POV
• I turn towards Lily, surprised by the chill in her tone. I’ve never seen her be openly hostile before, but when I look into her eyes, it’s not just anger that fills them; it’s fear. What could she possibly be afraid of? I can’t figure out what’s going through her mind, but I don’t get the chance to ask her. Ayana leaps at the opportunity to accuse me once again, yelling in my face.
• “So, she’s not a murderer, but she’s a thief!” she cries.