The Kindling of a Flame--The Sentencing

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The Queen's wise, hazel eyes fell upon me, then looked at Sharidia in inquiry, "What is the meaning of this, commander?"
"Eight years ago, Majesty, this pitiable wretch of a Tyberan was driven from our lands into Exile. I am sure you remember, Highness. It was quite a scene for a Warrioress of the Veil to be exiled."
The white-furred Queen nodded, "Yes, I do remember. Katja...Katja Armitanis," she looked at me deeply, "Are you truly Katja?"
For some reason, I could not bring myself to lie to Her, "Yes, Majesty..."
She nodded, "And do you know the penalty for returning from your exile, Katja?"
"Yes, Majesty."
Her hazel eyes turned to two guards standing near to her, "Let it be so. However, let the Cleansing Ceremony be performed."
Her eyes watched me as the guards took me away. With the gaze of those warm eyes upon me, my hope was strangely renewed.

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