The clanking of metal armor drawing closer made Kira and I lock eyes. Both of us wondering the same thing, what were the royal guards doing within this part of the palace. It was restricted as no one ever used this part, it had made the perfect hide out for us to store Aaron until he had recovered enough to make the journey back to the surface, but those plans have been put in jeopardy. Nodding at Kira we swim to the doors exiting quickly to head off the guards.
Meeting the guards only a couple of feet from the door we had exited, looking them over from head to tail fin, watching as they crossed their spears in front of us, preventing us from leaving. Glancing at Kira as she boldly asked, “What are you doing keeping us here?”
“My lady, we were sent to ensure all areas of the palace are e
