Chapter 481: [Event] [Elven Utopian War] [20] Lykhor's Confession
Chapter 481: [Event] [Elven Utopian War] [20] Lykhor's Confession
Alvara stood by the wide, arched window of her cabin, gazing out at the endless expanse of the sea. But her eyes seemed to look past it, lost in thought. It had been a week since she departed Sancta Vedelia, and now, at last, the shores of Utopia City could be seen.
The journey had been far longer than anticipated, despite the swift and well-equipped vessel that carried her. The delay was due to the resistance from Sancta Vedelia's forces. They had pursued the boat with a singular determination, their intent clear: to sink Utopia's prized ships.
Conflict was not confined to the seas; battles raged in Sancta Vedelia itself.
As an esteemed guest-no, a valuable asset- Durathiel Ruvelion himself had ordered the utmost precautions for her safety. The crew adhered to his commands with diligence, taking calculated detours through less-charted waters. These delays, though frustrating, were necessary to ensure her safety.
Her quarters aboard the ship were nothing short of opulent, a royal suite adorned with polished wood, gilded accents, and silk drapes that swayed gently with the rocking of the vessel. Yet the splendor around her did little to soothe her troubled heart. Alvara rarely indulged in the comforts provided, preferring instead to stand by the window.
A deep sense of nostalgia had consumed her these past days. Memories of her father's laughter and Leena's gentle touch haunted her waking moments.
But beneath the longing lay something darker-a foreboding she could not shake.
'I am going to die.'