Bab 240: Chapter 240: THE PLAN

[Before the attack]

The grand hall of the castle buzzed with chatter and laughter, but one corner of the room was decidedly louder. Yue sat cross-legged on the bench beside the long table, her plate piled high with roasted meats, seasoned vegetables, and golden-brown bread. She stuffed her mouth with abandon, crumbs and grease smearing her fingers as she licked them clean.

Across from her, Litty buried her face in her hands, groaning audibly. "Mother, please! You're embarrassing me! People are staring."

Yue, without missing a beat, grabbed another leg of mutton and tore into it with vigor. She grinned at her daughter, her sharp fangs gleaming. "Let them stare! You know how long it's been since we've had a feast like this? Months, Litty. Months!" She patted her stomach contentedly. "Besides, you should eat too. Come here, little cub."