I walked behind Brent through the dark hallway. I was filled with a thrill, every boom from the drum demanded alertness. As we crossed the front stairs and made our way to the crowd, I could feel something in the air, energy... Fierce, angry energy.
Brent walked to the tall stage that had to have been erupted some hours ago and he raised up his hand, everything stopped. Everyone stopped, there was nothing but silence. I looked around and saw everyone watching him expectantly and watching me too.
I heard footsteps behind me and I turned to see Alan. His eyes were glowing like burning infernos. My skin tingled as he dragged his eyes over my body and smiled approvingly, I felt my heart swell. He came and stood beside me.
Somewhere inside the palace a grand clock chimed, it's Wednesday. I l
