Adrian's P.O.V

I flattened myself against the ornate pillars, hiding in the shadows as Cassandra approached the guarded corridor of Kensington's West Hall.

“My lady, I'm afraid you can't go in." One of the guards stepped forward to block her.

“How dare you try to stop me?" She fumed. “Are you so blind that you can't even recognize who I am anymore?"

The guard bowed his head slightly but stood his ground. “I do, my lady, but-”

Cassandra raised a hand, cutting him off, and immediately brought out the Royal Crest Token. “I already have permission from the Matriarch to see the Luna. Now, step aside”.

The guard hesitated, still...