Chapter 112 - Rest in Peace

As she waited for Sonya to come back, Sylara sat by herself at the tiny dining table, idly running her fingers along the grain of the wood. It was abnormally quiet in the home, the kind of quietness that pressed against her chest like a weight. Sonya would usually be excitedly greeted by Sylara upon her return from the palace, ready to learn about the most recent rumors or happenings at court. However, that enthusiasm had subsided tonight. Sylara heard her sister's gentle footsteps as the front door creaked open. She didn't squeal or get up from the table like she usually did. Rather, she moved softly to their shared bedroom while standing slowly and avoiding eye contact. With her back to the door, she curled up on her bed and gazed at the wall. Sonya's footsteps trailed behind a little while after. Despite the darkness, Sylara sensed her sister's presence next to her bed, Sonya let out a faint, worried-sounding breath, she took off her robe and settled herself gently on Sylara's