Chapter 102 A Disturbing Discovery

• “ Reyna, stay — did you hear that? ” Antonio’s critical tale echoed noiselessly as Reyna sluggishly moved toward the door of the dark room. The air in the corridor was cool and still, heavy with the implied pressure of secrets. Reyna had been gathering her thoughts after the mysterious meeting with Princess Seraphine when a soft, muffled sound — like a stifled cry — had caught her attention.
• “ Hear what? ” Reyna replied, her voice slightly above a tale as she broke, glancing back at Antonio, who had followed her quietly. His eyes were wide with a admixture of concern and apprehension, prompting her forward.
• Together, they stepped cautiously toward the door, the ray of Reyna’s flashlight slicing through the darkness. The door was slightly ajar, and as Reyna pushed it open, the soft murmur of a distant sound came more distinct — an irregular, muffled noise that sounded nearly hopeless.