In a secluded corridor of the palace, Tanya's figure appeared stealthily. She was dressed in a dark gray hooded cloak, wrapped tightly to reveal only a pair of sharp eyes. Her steps were light and rhythmic, as if searching for something. At that moment, Elena emerged from the bustle of the banquet hall, her expression tired and dejected. Tanya's gaze locked onto Elena, a sly gleam flashing in her eyes, and she silently approached Elena.
Elena seemed to sense the movement behind her and turned abruptly, seeing Tanya behind her. Elena looked at her warily. "What do you want? Why are you following me like this?"
Tanya did not answer immediately but instead extended her hand towards Elena, her fist clenched, adorned with a glowing red ruby ring. "Elena," she said, her voice low and ent
