Chapter 29: Shadows of Betrayal

The night was eerily quiet as the High Priestess

Rozia and Mother Cora sprinted toward the

Edge of the forest, their robes billowing in the

Faint moonlight. Sister Kenet followed closely

Behind, her face pale but her steps deliberate

“Where is this happening?” Rozia demanded,

Her voice sharp with urgency

“Near the forest’s edge,” Kenet replied, her tone

Laced with false anxiety. “Please, make haste!”

As they reached the edge of the temple

Grounds, Mother Cora turned to Kenet. “Ensure

No one else hears of this. The community must

Not descend into chaos over rumors.’

Kenet nodded obediently, but the moment the

Two leaders disappeared into the shadows of

The forest, her expression shifted. She

Smoothed her robes and began knocking on the

Doors of the High Court Mothers’ domes

Rousing them from their sleep.

The Mothers Awaken

Mother Gudit answered her door, her

Expression a mix of irritation and suspicion.