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Erik nodded, understanding her request. He turned to the guard who had brought her in. "Take her to a secure, private room in the medical wing. Ensure she has everything she needs and is kept comfortable. No one is to disturb her without my explicit permission."

The guard bowed and gently led the envoy away. Erik watched her go, a heavy weight settling in his chest. Once she was out of sight, he turned back to the council.

Now words were said but everyone understood, the thought they may be compromised without anyone noticing was a problem on its own and for them to continue their conversation after knowing this is the same as singing off their plans to the enemy.

Waving his hand, Erik said "You can all leave and try to calm the disturbed resident"

Erik was soon left alone in the palace room with his hand on his head "How was he to go about finding out those comprised and who can he trust to take upon the job of finding them out"