~9 DAYS TO EXECUTION~

Vera’s POV

The tray in my hands rattled with every step I took. My palms were sweaty, and not because the tea was hot. The hallway to Lady Eva’s suite stretched longer than usual tonight. Every footstep echoed in my chest, not even on the floor. I don't know why I was shaking but I only did what I should have done.

I did what I was told. That’s what I kept telling myself. Over and over like I was making a confession. I only ...