Nara left swiftly, determination evident in her every step. As the door closed behind her, I sank onto my bed, feeling the weight of our task pressing heavily on my shoulders. The queen's malevolence was clear, and her power was far-reaching. I knew this wasn't going to be easy, but I couldn't let the people of the eastern province suffer any longer.
The next few days were a blur of tension and anxiety. Nara provided me with updates whenever she could, but it was clear that the queen was stepping up her security measures. The castle was filled with whispers and suspicious glances, and I knew our every move was being watched. The pressure was immense, and it was starting to wear on me.
