LALA
My heart skipped a beat when I heard a sound from further down the hall. Without a moment to waste, I hid behind a big flower vase which was kept in the hall.
I tried to calm my racing heart, to avoid getting caught by any of the guards out there. It will be damned fruitless to be caught by a guard after escaping, getting caught by Russel.
I can't afford to be caught when I'm closer to executing our well-thought-out plans.
I stayed hidden for a long time but didn't get to see the guard that made the noise. It seems like they were walking past just now.
When I was certain the coast was clear, I came out from my hiding place and ran down the hall, glancing around the place, to be sure none of them will spring surprises on me.
I left the royal wings and headed down the hall tow
