Chapter 04

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:15:37 +0000

The long journey back had drained everyone, but the grand royal palace finally came into view under the dark velvet sky. Torches burned brightly along the high stone walls, their flickering light casting unsteady shadows on the ground. The three luxurious carts rolled to a gentle stop in the courtyard. The sound of horses snorting and soldiers dismounting filled the quiet night air.