#Chapter75
Castle of Baden
Walking with calm in the deadliest situation was another sign of bravery. Though her heart was palpitating wildly in chest and legs felt heavy, the mind screamed to go on because it was the only chance to bring her people to justice. To encourage her wild thoughts, the screams, and wails of the burning pulpit ring in her head. The boost of fury it brought to her fearful nerves was surprising. Her slow steps fasten with a purpose as she approaches the throne and looks behind it for a lever that might help to open the hidden passage somewhere in the throne room. Her shaky hands searched every corner of the throne until she felt a protruding object at the base. A relieved sigh escapes Valentina before she turns the thing.
