***Nova***
The castle felt different now, like an intricate tapestry woven with threads of loyalty and shadows of distrust. After the harrowing revelations about the Bloodborne Clan and the poison that had infiltrated our household, the once-familiar halls seemed laden with uncertainty. The echoes of voices, once filled with laughter and camaraderie, now whispered of betrayal, mixing with concerns that tugged constantly at the corners of my mind.
As I stood in the Great Hall, surveying the gathered court members, I felt a surging mix of resolve and anxiety. I had summoned them for an assembly—a chance to fortify our alliances and remind them of the commitment we all shared. Unity was our strongest weapon against the encroaching darkness, and the last thing I wanted was for fear to drive
