Scared

When midnight came, I sat in the bed, dressed not in my nightgown but in thick yet simple clothes that looked comfortable to wear and would not stand out. I strained my ears, trying to catch any conversation floating nearby. There was only silence, and I was sure, aside from the guards, most people within the palace were already asleep. I was sure it was the right time for me to leave this palace without getting caught. 

When I went out with Brother Cian, I had counted the number of knights guarding the place and noticed the small corners in the corridor to hide when those knights would stroll around. I was not sure if my escape plan would succeed given the number of guards in the palace, but since I had done it when I was a kid, it should not be difficult now that I am more capable.