Chapter 11

• The war chamber was cloaked in an air of secrecy as Seraphina, Alaric, and a handful of trusted advisors convened. The guards at the door were handpicked for their loyalty, and the room was swept for listening devices before the meeting began.
• The fabricated plan detailed a shift in security measures for the Harvest Festival, including decoy routes and false vulnerabilities. The information was crafted to seem plausible but included subtle details that could easily be verified once leaked.
• Anya played her part perfectly, raising questions and concerns to make the discussion appear genuine. Every participant was given a different version of the plan, ensuring that any leaks could be traced to their source.