Chapter 22

"Then what?"

"I searched for any indications of who could have done this but found nothing." Eyrmysse stood thoughtfully for a moment. "Did Jukhuule come here while I was gone?"

"No. Nobody came by. Why?"

"She was not in her room." She dismissed it and took Uriel by the hand. "You must get back to your room quickly. I must go and inform my sister and the others. This will not bode well for you."

Uriel's expression was apprehensive. "What makes you say that?"

"This will have severe repercussions throughout the kingdom. And I am sure that you will bear the brunt of the suspicion." Eyrmysse hugged him tightly as she said, "I fear for you."