P2 Chapter 24: Sign the papers

Alexa marveled at the militaristic atmosphere as they entered the palace of Devos Mansion. There were guards stationed at the entrance who bowed respectfully as their badges automatically lifted the gate without the guard needing to activate it.

When they arrived at the front doors of the castle, six guards came to the side of the car and stood at attention. They exited the car and Anika led the way into the grand hall.

“Seems they might have expected us.” Anika said softly as Alexa took in the numerous guards who lines the alcoves of the grand hall. Many were hidden in shadow and if her keen hearing had not detected their breathing, or the subtle expansion of their chests against taught leather and breast plates, she likely would have assumed they were statues.

At the far end, a throne sat empty. A steward stood off to the side and raised his voice.

“The Red Dragon, Anika Archeron and company.”

Nothing happened, and the room fell eerily silent.

“Are the devos not in?” Anika asked A