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Guard: Embassy guard to gate staff: Walk the perimeter. We have an unidentified intruder on the grounds.
West Gate.
Birch: You want to stay here, boss? Keep an eye on your niece?
Thorn: No, Birch, I’ll handle the walk. Storm’s coming up fast, and my hair is better at dramatically blowing in the wind.
North Gate.
Violet: Dibs.
Rowan: All yours, Violet! Maybe you’ll get to meet that author while you’re in there.
South Gate.
Holly: My magic doesn’t work inside the walls — I’d just be some kid in there.
Juniper: Don’t worry, Holly . . . I’m on it. I even have a hunch about who this is.
