[Meredith].
I woke up earlier than usual this morning. The palace was still quiet, the corridors not yet filled with the rhythm of servants and officials preparing for the reward ceremony.
Today, Draven would publicly honour the men and women who protected Stormveil during the vampire invasion. I had already seen the list. Wanda Fellowes and her brother Levi were among those to be rewarded. I had no objection to it.
A person's deeds should be judged by their actions. If they fought well and protected the people, then they deserved recognition. Still, I was not naive.
People from enemy families could accept power with one hand and sharpen a blade behind their backs with the other. Any position given to them must come with watchful eyes.
I sighed softly and dipped my quill into the ink once more. The letter before me was nearly complete, so I started writing the final version.
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My dearest Grandma,
I hope this letter reaches you in good health and peace. I miss you dearly.
