Chapter 22

"You Saved Me"

Elisana arrived in front of the Temple of the High Priest. A burly guard blocked her path.

"Who are you?"

"I am here to see the High Priest."

The guards scrutinized her from head to toe. Her tattered, sleeping-bag-like robe and slight build didn't suggest she had an appointment with the High Priest.

"Do you have an appointment?"

"……."

"If not, you cannot enter."

"I have something for the High Priest."

"What could you possibly have for the High Priest? Get lost."

Elisana lifted her hood slightly, looking the guard in the eye.

"What do …