Adrian's POV
He was standing at the window of his upper chamber when Nolan appeared in the doorway, gasping for air.
"Speak," he said, without turning.
"The restriction order has been filed, my lord." A pause. "Two senior members and Elder Tyler's have confirmed it."
He already knew which two.
"Her movement?"
"Limited to approved corridors. The training wing access has been suspended." Another pause, shorter this time. "Effective immediately."
He turned then.
Nolan stood very still in the doorway.
"And the wing guard?"
"He was replaced an hour ago, my lord."
An hour ago.
She had been walking the court for an hour with a guard she didn't recognise outside her door and no explanation given.
Mara had moved fast.
Faster than he expected, which meant
