Chapter 46.
Alyssa's POV.
Just as the sun sank below the horizon, we arrived to Valoria and the city was softly golden. People getting ready for the great annual celebration honouring fresh starts buzzed the streets.
Excitement permeated the air, the beautiful perfume of flowers filling every area mixing with the taste of freshly made bread. As we moved through the throng, my eyes strayed across the sea of faces searching for any indication of disturbance, and I felt an odd mix of optimism and fear.
"We should stay close," Raiden advised, his voice low and his eyes darting around as though he were expecting an attack right now. "We cannot let our guard down; this city may seem vibrant." Lucien nodded in accord. "Valoria is renowned for its mysteries as much as its celebrations.