Aurelia’s POVI had barely finished scrubbing the eastern wing floors when a sharp voice sliced through the air.“Aurelia! You're needed right now.”Two guards appeared at the doorway, their hands on my elbows before I could resist. I stumbled, my knees weak from exhaustion, but they ignored it. One shoved me forward, the other walked silently beside me, eyes flicking everywhere as if they expected an attack.“Where are you taking me?” I demanded, my voice sharper than I intended.“Orders from the council,” one replied, voice neutral but filled with warning. “No questions.”I forced my jaw tight, letting my hands remain steady despite the burns on my palms and the ache radiating through my arms. Every step toward the council chambers felt like walking through ice. My heart thudded in my chest, loud enough that I was sure the guards could hear it.When the heavy oak doors opened, the chamber beyond greeted me with a cold formality. The council members sat in high-backed chairs. Their g
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