Chapter 49: Chapter 49

Chapter 49

Sansa's Pov

"We've all gathered here to find out the truth, and every small detail yield clear results," Maya explained.

I avoided making eye contact with everyone because I knew they were all disappointed in me and that if they had known about my mission to escape that place, they would not have treated me the same way.

I was terrified—not of their treatment but of revealing my mission, which I desperately wanted to keep hidden at all costs.

"Can you tell us what you were up to at midnight?"

I lost the courage to speak because I had so much to hide. That was a watershed moment in my life. As if I had dug my own grave, I demanded a trial.

"Is there something you're keeping hidden?" Maya taunted

"I have nothing to hide," I said, my voice trembling as she realized the difference.

Being calm was the most difficult task at a time when I was screaming for help from within. My attention was drawn to Bella, who was sitting in the left corner, watching me helplessly.

Bella warned me; she was the one who warned me when I first arrived at the mansion. She must have known a lot of things that I didn't.

She claimed she tried and failed numerous times over five years to find a way out. She must have faced numerous challenges. I didn't want to be an outcast like her after the trial because I had lived my life in that manner.

I was afraid of the outcome when I stood up for a little girl I couldn't leave alone in the jungle. And I couldn't tell you why I was in there so late at night.

"Then tell us how you got out of there when the door was locked, and why." Maya inquired once more to pique their interest in me.

"I was the only one!"

Everyone's attention was drawn to Edward, who was sitting in the right corner seat. He stood up to make himself visible to those who couldn't see him properly.

"She was having trouble sleeping, so I opened the door for her to go outside for a while," Edward explained.

"By revealing some hidden little secrets, we're revealing more secrets; she's new, but you know the rules, but still—" Maya was about to say something when Edward interrupted her.

"Since Xavier is not present, I am in charge of caring for her; she does not annoy anyone and does not ask for much; at the very least, I could do that for her. She's new, as you mentioned, and she'll learn with time, but we can't force her to do anything, Xavier said before leaving." Edward elaborated

When Maya took a few moments to speak, everyone was quiet for a while, waiting for her next move.

"Well, I've been noticing a lot of changes in the pack that could lead to our demise," Maya explained.

I sighed in relief as Edward sat back in his seat. I wasn't expecting assistance from the person who was disappointed to learn of my half-human identity. Was it because he was Xavier's loyal beta or because he was kind enough to get me out of trouble?

Maya looked at Hina. "Is it true that Sana claims someone from the pack harmed you?" Maya inquired about Hina.

There was still hope because I was expecting her to reveal the hidden truth. Hina didn't say anything because I was afraid of being accused of lying in front of everyone. Her one word had the power to change everything.

Hina was the only one who could help me right at the moment. Yes, I was on the right side, fighting for justice, and there was a reason for that, as I made a deal with Vera. I was feeling uneasy. simply because Hina was afraid, to tell the truth. She lacked the confidence to seek justice.

"This is the right time, Hina; don't be afraid; nobody is going to harm you; just say the name," I eagerly said.

My heart was racing faster as Hina lowered her head and refused to speak, and I was losing hope by the second.

"Hina!! Say it!" I was desperate to track down the perpetrator.

"If it's true, Hina, then the perpetrator must be punished; if Sansa is lying, she must face the consequences," Maya said.

When everyone wanted answers, Hina remained silent. They were all present at the time, waiting to find out who was the culprit among them.

"Hina, I'm asking you a question. "Is Sansa being truthful?" Maya's voice became more audible as time passed.

"No," Hina said, lowering her head.

She pushed me into trouble without looking me in the eyes. Her one statement caused the most problems for me.

In their eyes, I went from Luna to stranger and then from stranger to culprit in seconds. I was a liar, a rebel, and the culprit who led the pack in the wrong direction.

Hina's single statement undid all of my hard work in an instant. I tried to take her hand and pull her out of her misery, but she drew me in and left me in the dark.

Betrayed! Once more.

I had felt betrayed many times before, so this was not new to me, but it was unexpected. I was helpless and drowning, regretting every second I could have saved her, and I stood up for her.

Everyone was taken aback. Whoever had ever trusted me was crumbling like sand through the punch.

I held my breath for a few moments, unable to process what had just occurred.

"Not only did he harm me, but he also threatened me for telling anyone about it," Hina said her voice breaking.

Hina slowly raised her head, looking over them all, when her statement stunned them all.

"I was brutally beaten to death and left alone in the jungle to die," Hina sobbed. "Lady Sansa saved and protected me as I was dying. I am alive because of her, "Hina disclosed

As I felt her helplessness and the pain of being alone and suffering, a tear fell from my eye.

"I'm in pain, and I just can't go on," she said, Hina was in tears.

There was a moment of silence throughout the vast space. Everyone was now aware of her distress.

"Do you have any proof?" Maya inquired.

Hina rolled up her sleeves to reveal wounds, and she drew down the side of her gown to reveal wounds on the back of her shoulder. She was sobbing uncontrollably.

Everyone was shocked, sad for her, and angry at the perpetrator.

"I want justice," Hina stated emphatically.

"I don't understand, why did you get beaten?" Maya inquired when everyone was interested.

"You should have asked who tried to kill me," Hina said, her gaze fixed on Maya, who was no longer afraid.

"Say whatever you want to reveal, who was the one who tried to kill you? " Maya inquired.

When Hina pointed her finger at Ray, who was sitting in the middle of the crowd, everyone was taken aback.

My doubt grew as I watched him, especially when I remembered seeing him that night with blood on his hands and dress. Hina began shaking violently and fell unconscious to the ground.

"Hina!!" I ran over to her.

Everyone stood up and expressed concern for her. I reached out to shake her hand, but she was as hot as lava. After a second, I removed my hand from her.

Was she Vera or Hina? I couldn't tell.

"Let me take her to the room," Jerry suggested.

"No, I'd look after her," I said.

"You should finish what you started; the trial must continue," Maya said sharply.

I didn't want anyone to know about Hina's unusual body temperature, and I couldn't touch the lava either.

"How could I abandon her here?" I said

"I'll take care of her," Bella said as she stepped in and carried Hina on her back out of the court.