Chapter 451 Shattered Loyalties

Oriana's brows lifted slightly, genuine surprise flickering across her face. "Is something wrong? Please, bring them in."

Outside, attendants hurried in disarray, carefully supporting Helena as they guided her forward.

Kalliope remained where she stood, her breath uneven, her chest rising sharply, yet she made no move to approach. After a brief hesitation, she set her jaw and turned, heading strai