Chapter 8

The luscious feel of satin against my skin made up for the clumsiness of the heels I was forced to wear as I did my best to follow Julia to our destination. At one point, I thought I was at risk of turning an ankle, but, after stopping and adjusting my stance, I eventually got the hang of walking in such foreign footwear.  We were about half way there when I had finally managed to manipulate my strides in a manner that allowed me to keep up with my rough and tough escort.

Julia got me as far as the anteroom to the great room I had tea in when I first arrived before backing away.  She explained that the room was for the elite only.  Being a mere soldier, she wasn’t allowed past the anteroom.  Once again, I was made curious of Geo’s position within Sybil’s kingdom. Were generals considered elite?

A woman I could only describe as stunning approached me. Her long gown glistened beneath the soft lighting of the elaborate crystal chandel