The Unbroken Queen

As Kaelen took his own seat beside me, the rest of the pack followed suit, the synchronized scrape of chairs echoing through the cavernous hall. Servants moved swiftly between the tables, carrying massive platters of roasted meats and seasoned vegetables. The rich aroma filled the air, but my stomach tied itself into tight knots. I kept my hands firmly in my lap, hiding the slight tremor in my fin