"Halt! Who dares to enter the Glass Citadel, state your name and purpose."
One of the guards spoke with a deep rough tone. He had scarlet eyes that reminded Red of Raizhou while the other leaner guard had his eyes covered with his long hair.
"I am Ruby Rose Springfield, the last of the Canes, and a queen candidate invited by the Faey Courts to partake in the Midsummer Festivities." Red stepped forward and flaunted the invitation.
She presented her golden pocket watch as well to prove that she was indeed a queen candidate. Surely, they would know what the tool was for and not laugh at her.
The paper sprung to life and projected the words that weren't printed on the parchment itself. The two guards' eyes moved as they read the note. Afterwards, one cleared his throat and spoke,
