After both kingdoms had departed and the summit had officially concluded, Lucy, Mystica, and Dove made their way through the quiet corridors of the palace, arriving at Lucy's private study. As soon as the doors closed behind them, Dove made a beeline for the wine shelf, pouring herself a generous glass without asking.
"I'm going to need this," she muttered before taking a long sip.
Mystica took one of the cushioned chairs across from Lucy, crossing her legs with practiced grace. "Alright then, care to explain?" she asked, fixing Lucy with a knowing look. "Why Caelum Virellan?"
Lucy eased into her seat with a small, pleased smile tugging at her lips. "Simple," she said, lacing her fingers together. "Naming Caelum as the task force leader puts Valemir and the Crescent Kingdom in a very strategic bind."
Mystica arched a brow. "Go on."
