Once their introductions and greetings were complete, Hector gestured toward the heart of the city, where the palace loomed. "Come. My father, King Priam, is eager to meet you both. He awaits your presence inside."
Nathan and Astynome followed closely behind Hector and Aeneas as they strode through the towering gates of Troy, feeling the weight of the city's gaze upon them. Immediately, murmurs rose from the people gathered around, their voices swelling with a mix of relief, reverence, and a rekindled hope.
"It is the priestess!"
"Lady Astynome has returned!"
"Apollo's chosen! She is safe!"
"Thank the gods! We are saved!"
