Passing through the corridor that connected the outer hall and the main hall, she moved inward.
Although the Royal Palace of Athens did not have the labyrinthine structure that would confuse assassins as some later palaces did, it still had a vast area.
Passing the hall where they would usually hold council, Andrea saw several influential figures in Athens, gathered in small groups, discussing the startling events of the night.
Theseus would usually convene meetings here, listen to their opinions, and announce his decrees.
But now, he was not here, and the prominent seat remained ominously unoccupied.
"Your Highness, this way."
Following the call, Andrea looked in the direction it came from.
It was her father's trusted aide, standing near a side door at the back of the hall.
With a sinking feeling, Andrea noticed some gazes inadvertently directed at her from the surroundings.
