A whirlwind of activity filled the air, with soldiers and servants rushing about, creating a controlled chaos that buzzed with anticipation. Diana guided me with an assured grace, a steady presence amid the commotion. As I descended the long staircase, all eyes turned toward me. Whispers, pregnant with speculation and judgment, hung in the air like a delicate fog. However, I maintained my composure. The grandeur of the castle, once a testament to regality, now echoed with the urgency of preparations. I caught glimpses of soldiers polishing armor, servants arranging floral displays, and the distant hum of voices discussing the day's agenda. The colossal doors of the throne room unfolded, unveiling the majestic chamber bathed in the ethereal glow of the morning sun. Elders, donned in re

