The door slammed shut behind me as soon as I passed through the threshold, sending a shock down my spine – alarm bells tolling.

My eyes darted about the space, taking in what I could. It was as lavish as the rest of the castle; tapestries adorned the walls, plush rugs layered high on the cold stone floor. There were no other doors save for the one behind me and the curtains were drawn tight.

For how large the room was, there was little furniture. A large ...