Chapter 17 - The Discord

I was begging Kida to return, asking him why he took me, but not the Prince, and that we can still come back and take Caelum with us.

But he took no heed. He ordered another royal guard I haven't seen before to drive faster, taking the longer route to the palace. Another guard in the passenger seat was on his comms, requesting for back up and running them through what happened.

I can't understand most of what he was saying, but a few words captured my interest: "The Discord found us."

"What's the Discord? What's happening? Why can't we go back to Caelum?" I cried. I didn't really care if I was hysterical or I looked crazy.

I need to know what's happening, else I might actually go crazy. My heart is pounding in my chest in equal horror and anger.

"My lady, it's best we return to the palace," Kida said, trying to placate me. But it only fueled my anger.

I've practically been mobbed and people around me were hurt. I don't care if I'm the target or not. The issue is people are charging at