Legs thumping sound was so prominent that the sounds of the surroundings fell dull in front of it. Was it the heart beating fast in the chest, or the footsteps that fell on the ground after applying so much effort?
The path under the walking feet was familiar yet so unnatural. The passing buildings and then trees wondered what the person was doing there?
The grand structure that came into view mocked that 'you do not belong here. Perhaps a true statement, but who can fight with destiny?
The guard watched the approaching figure and straightened up.
"Good morning, My Lady!" He bowed politely.
Ruth was taken aback by his gesture. My Lady? She looked down at herself to double-check if she was in someone else's body, but that was not the case.
Then what made the man think that she was someone belonging to the elites?
"G-Good morning!" She responded after watching the man patiently waiting for his head to move up.