EVIE
Everyone seemed to be in a joyous mood as the night deepened. The merry laughter of the noble lords and ladies complimented the euphoric music in the air.
Evie's lips curved in a tepid smile.
It was not because she was affected by the mood. But because she had achieved her plans of gaining allies.
She told the King purposely of the Emperor's intentions to gauge his view. And as she sees it, he is also against his idea.
The Duchess of Miteia seemed to think that way, too. She even helped her by giving her a bird to ride out of the Palace and a potion to ward off the guards.
She was still having doubts if she would leave Edin because of her issue with her father. But an incident happened that made her hold firmly to her resolve.
"Calling on everyone's attention. The Great Emperor has an announcement to make," the Royal Advocate rang the bell, alerting everyone to come back to their seats and listen carefully.
Evie sucked in a quick breath, feeling nauseous all of a sudden.
