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We waited in the hall for the men to come back. The music was stopped so that we could hear any sound or alarm raised.
The snake described by Azriel sounded familiar. I heard of it a long time ago. But why has it come again? Fear gripped me. I put my hands around my shoulder and rubbed it.
Maybe this party was a bad idea. Someone died already. I wondered who was next. The door unlocked and the men walked into the room. There was no sign that their search was successful. I got up from my seat and went to my father. He dismissed them all. The party was over but the tea party was going to hold in the morning.
He left with no stepmother or aunt. I knew there were going to have a secret conversation. Queen Ivy looked suspicious. She kept on looking behind till she was gone.
I was tempted to go after then but it would be a waste of time. There will be no discussion with me by their side. I turned in the direction Azriel was. Ember was with him.
