Blood and Petals

The Story

Lyra Hale slips into the imperial court under a mask of perfect composure, hiding a past that has been completely erased. She navigates the ritualistic halls with quiet precision, ensuring every measured step and intentional silence serves her concealed purpose. The atmosphere grows heavy as shifting powers and fracturing loyalties expose the shadows lurking within the walls. As the delicate balance of the court begins to collapse, a terrifying realization starts to form. The very foundations of her identity crumble when she discovers that everything she has ever believed has never been true.