LYRA

I was given only hours to transform from wilderness survivor into someone presentable enough to address the noble houses, Elda and Maren appeared the moment we returned to the residential wing and essentially dragged me to my chambers where they had already prepared hot water and clean clothes. They worked with frantic efficiency, treating cuts and bruises while also trying to make me look like I hadn't just spent five days fighting for survival.

"The noble houses meet tomorrow in the ...