20
Gray Lies
Commencing on the date of signing, the Kingdom of Chalice, by decree of King Liam Winshire, hereby annexes the Ancient facility north of Wythlain to the Wraiths. In exchange, the Wraiths agree to provide electrical energy to the populace of Chalice.
—From The Accord of the Wraith War
Ashlyn exited her chambers, shutting the door behind her and taking a deep breath. It felt good to change into clean clothes. It was a necessity, since her father was very particular and would refuse to see her if she wasn’t at least somewhat presentable.
She felt bad leaving Cade and Jace behind, but Ashlyn knew they would not want her to seek her father’s aid, especially after Carlon told them her father might be helping the Wraiths. But she couldn’t believe that. If she could help unite th
