Under the cover of darkness, Babaru approached the fortress, veiled in a shroud of magic. The spell she cast, though not rendering her truly invisible, blended her figure into the surroundings and muted her presence—more than adequate for sneaking inside.
Perched on her companion, the siren Alona, Babaru scaled the fortress walls with practiced precision, finally slipping into the shadows within. The aroma of roasting meat and the distant sound of drunken soldiers retching filled the air.
Celebrating after killing my granddaughter… how dare they?
Her hands trembled with barely contained rage, but she forced herself to focus. In a low voice, she addressed her companion.
"Alona, keep watch while I divine his location."
The siren nodded silently, her gestures conveying understanding. Her voice, imbued with innate magic, remained unused except in moments of utmost necessity.