Leah stood before the grand gates of the Royal Palace, her heart pounding with a mix of determination and dread. The structure loomed over her, its ivory towers piercing the sky, a symbol of the power she despised. But today wasn’t about fear or hesitation. Today was about taking the first step toward revenge. She had applied to the position at the royal infirmary with unwavering resolve. Leah knew her credentials as the brightest student of her batch would guarantee her an interview. Even if someone else managed to get the job through connections, she was confident her name would be on the shortlist. The invitation for the interview had arrived days ago, sealed with the royal crest. It was almost poetic, the very people who had shattered her life now opening their gates to her. Leah’s

