Natalie~
Elder Yvonne's gaze lingered on me with a strange softness that made my stomach churn. Her braided hair fell like an dark waterfall over her shoulders, the silver-embroidered symbols on her dress shifting with each breath she took. I watched her lips part, waiting for the answer I craved so badly.
But all she said was, "Forgive me, Princess, but… we cannot tell you yet what else this test proves."
My brows knitted together. "Why not? You just tricked me into healing a dying man and resurrect two corpses in front of an entire room of strangers. Don't I at least deserve to know why?"
She lowered her head again. "All I can say is… now that everyone here is convinced that you are the Celestial Princess, a mandatory five-day celebration and ritual must take place."
Five days.
