*Constance*
I walked down the dimly lit corridors behind a group of guards leading me to the Council Chamber, which also acted as a dining hall. The red dress I wore felt heavy on my weary body, and the sparkling gems around my neck felt even more so.
My shoes clacked against the polished stone floors, emphasizing my every step. I cringed at the sound.
These things reminded me only of a past I had lost and left behind. They were a part of my old life, something I had hoped to forget. Part of me still felt it was my complacency that led to the downfall of my pack. If only I had been more attentive. If only I had been a better fighter.
I knew pondering over the 'ifs' would only serve to hurt me in the end, but I couldn't help it. The 'ifs' were the only things that kept me going.
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