We have to succeed

The crowd outside the castle was growing louder, their voices a powerful chorus of discontent. Lydia and I moved through the throng, our hearts pounding with a mix of excitement and fear. This was the culmination of all our planning, and the energy in the air was electric.

Lydia glanced at me, her eyes bright with determination. "We have to be quick, Aurelia. The longer we stay out here, the higher the chance we'll be caught."

I nodded, gripping the documents tightly. "I know. Let's get to the main hall and find Lady Seraphina. She'll know what to do next."

As we approached the castle's entrance, I could see the guards struggling to manage the surging crowd. Villagers shouted their demands, waving makeshift signs and calling for justice. It was a chaotic scene, but it provided the perfect cover for us to slip inside unnoticed.