Chapter 224 - Evil Stirring Within

In a secret realm of her own, far from Arcanis' palace, another arose from bed. The woman then sat in her shadowed, barely lighted chamber, looking off into space as if she could see far beyond her immediate surroundings. Her haven was filled with elaborate tapestries and faintly lit stones, creating a world of gloomy beauty. Her lips curled into a cunning smile as she noticed a sudden flutter at the window. She got up slowly, walked over to the window, and opened it to reveal a big raven. “Hello there, my precious” she said, welcoming the bird. With its perceptive eyes reflecting the dim light in the room, the bird perched on her arm. She swiftly scanned the contents of a little scroll after untying a delicate ribbon around the raven's leg, “Well, well” she murmured, her voice like silk, laced with satisfaction, “The rebellious son has returned” She stroked her fingertips over the words, memorizing every detail as her eyes darkened with determination. The once lost prince, g