Rhea

The fortress had not been quiet since the Blood Trial.

Everywhere Rhea walked, wolves shifted out of her path, eyes sliding away too quickly, or lingering too long, filled suspicion and fear.

Children were pulled back by their mothers.

A few bolder wolves sniffed the air as she passed, as if scent alone could explain what the circle had shown.

None dared speak directly to her, but their eyes told the truth… they wanted her gone, one way or ...