C260 A NIGHT THAT COULD DECIDES EVERYTHING

The night had been long and quiet, but there was a slight smell of wood smoke from the fireplaces in the palace halls. Aria moved gently, paying attention to every look. Soldiers whispered behind doors, some avoiding her completely, others pausing in the middle of their walk. Being both noticed and avoided was a feeling she had grown used to, but tonight it had an even sharper edge