Chapter 6

"Father, I was just trying to show Raia something important to me. And I am acting like a soldier, I am fulfilling my duties as a member of the Red Roses," Rebecca said in a soft voice, trying to defend herself. Charlotte looked at her for a few moments before he let out a deep sigh.

"Rebecca, I know how important this place is to you. But right now, we are in the midst of a serious situation. You can't understand . We cannot afford any distractions or deviations. You have to focus on your duties and what needs to be done," Charlotte said, placing a hand on his daughter's shoulder.

Rebecca nodded in understanding but wasn't satisfied with the vague explanation her father gave her. but

"it does not change the fact that this place holds a special place in my life". She wanted to protect it, to make sure it remained safe and preserved but could shake the ominous feeling she felt in it.

"Father I think we should cancel the banquet I have a feeling something isn't right"

"No I can't do that over a feeling, I need good reason just focus on your duty" Charlotte said as he whispered to himself "He won't let me"

"I understand, Father. I won't let this distract me from my duty," Rebecca said.

"Good. Now, I need you to come with me. There is someone I want you to meet," Charlotte said as he turned towards the door.

Rebecca followed, her mind racing with thoughts "what I'm I going to do how can I lose him I need to find raia" she thought

"So father who exactly do you want me to meet? "

"someone important you'll find out soon enough let us get back into the hall his waiting"

. The darkness that had enveloped the room earlier still lingered around, but as they were focused on other matters no one noticed it as it started to creepin. As they walked through the halls,