A week has passed since the storm, and people have begun rebuilding what was destroyed. The palace is now silent once more.
"Cameron, I need your help," I said, my voice firm. "I need to know where they have locked up Hera."
Cameron looked at me, hesitating for a moment before finally answering. "Your Imperial Highness, are you sure that's a good idea? Hera was involved in your kidnapping and has betrayed the crown."
"I understand that," I replied, my tone steady. "But I feel like I need to talk to her. I need to understand why she did what she did."
Cameron acknowledged my reason by nodding. "Very well, Your Imperial Highness. Hera is being held in the prison in the lower levels of the palace."
Lin and I made our way to the prison, my heart pounding. When we arrived, I steeled myself
