Bold

Selena walked through the grand halls of the palace, her footsteps echoing lightly against the polished marble floor. The golden chandeliers above cast a warm glow, illuminating the intricate carvings on the tall pillars lining the corridor.

She had been to the palace countless times before, but today felt different. Today, she was here not as a noblewoman attending a social event or fulfilling an obligation—she was here with a purpose.

She had to inform the Queen about the mage tower and everything that had transpired. She had been caught off guard by Nicholas' sudden and unwelcome proposal, and as for Alex… Well, she had been far too preoccupied with him to think about anything else.

Still, she had managed to secure Rylus, and while it would take time, she was confident that she could find more mages to join her cause. If not, she already had alternative plans in mind.