NINETY SIX: Beautifully Mad

"We're a little pressed for time, however," Soren continued, shooting Kel an unamused glare, "so I have no choice but to force you."

He stopped suddenly on the other side of her bed, eyes drawn to something Kel couldn't see from her position.

"Ah.." he smirked. "So this is what you were hiding from me."

Oh no. 

Realistically, Kel was certain the emperor could take down Soren in an instant if he was discovered. There was nothing to worry about, but still her racing pulse and trembling fingers betrayed her nerves. The rapid pounding of her heart against her rib cage was so loud she was convinced Soren could hear it from where he was standing. 

"Tsk," Soren clicked his tongue, squatting down in front of whatever had caught his eye. "Is this some kind of foolish trick on your part?"

"T.. Trick??" Kel stammered. 

Had he not discovered the Dragon Emperor after all? Those probably wouldn't be his choice of words if he had.