Chapter 84

SERAPHINA

Voices woke me.

Loud, chattering voices echoing through the corridors.

I opened my eyes to bright sunlight streaming through the windows.

My body ached from yesterday's endless preparations.

What time was it? The light suggested late morning, but that could not be right. I never slept that late.

I dragged myself out of bed and walked to the door. The moment I opened it, the noise hit me full force.

The palace was alive with activity. Servants rushed back and forth ...