Chapter 61: The Break In

Jace stood before the imposing gates of the Queen of the Night's palace, his heart pounding in his chest. The structure loomed ominously against the night sky, its dark silhouette a testament to the power and mystery that lay within. Dressed in all black, he blended into the shadows, his senses heightened and his mind focused on the task ahead.

Alone, he knew that stealth and precision were his only allies. Taking a deep breath, he slipped through the shadows towards a secluded side entrance he had identified earlier. This entrance was less guarded, but still required extreme caution.

Jace reached into his pocket and pulled out the Aetheric Communicator, a small device that glowed faintly with an ethereal light. Activating it, he watched as a holographic map of the palace materialized in the air before him. The intricate layout of corridors, rooms, and hidden passages unfolded, providing him with a detailed guide to navigate the labyrinthine structure.