I walked forward slowly, making each step small and hesitant. I had to look afraid. I had to look like being in this room with Liam terrified me.
“Of course,” I said softly.
“Please.” Elder Una gestured to an empty chair. “Sit. This must be difficult for you.”
I sat, folding my hands in my lap just as my mother had taught me. I kept my eyes fixed on the floor.
“We have heard accounts from multiple witnesses,” Elder Cormac continued, his
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