Chapter 144

Kaelia

I calmly took one more spoonful of my soup, savoring the warmth as if nothing unusual was happening around me, and then I leaned back against my chair, crossing my arms loosely over my chest while watching the unfolding scene with interest. The air in the hall had grown unbearably tense to the point where even breathing felt heavier than before.

Zoey shifted closer to me, her shoulder almo