Chapter 161: Elia's Story - Part 1

ELIA

The hum and bustle of the crowd in the market began to die immediately and Elia's heart pounded. There were hundreds of Anima there tonight, packed even tighter than usual because the tables had been cleared in the middle for dancing later.

Aymora had told Elia there would be people sitting outside the pillars of the eating space, and some standing, just to be witness to tonight.

Adrenalin speared through her again, and her hands began to tremble as Gahrye continued.

"We gather tonight for the first Festival of Hearts. A tradition seeded by our new Queen, this is to be a night for forgiveness and understanding. A night for hearts to heal, and minds to find meeting. Anima! Stand and acknowledge your Queen!"