#Chapter 127 A Visit from the High Priestess

Theodore’s POV I opened the door to none other than the High Priestess. My reaction shifted quickly from surprise to confusion to hope combined with concern as I remembered two very important details. First, that Violet had shared back in Owen’s palace that the High Priestess agreed Eva was a fake mate and that Owen was likely behind the scheme. If there was news about how our plan was proceeding, the High Priestess would likely know. Second, that Violet and the High Priestess were related. Plus, the High Priestess was a healer and considered a neutral party in all territories. If something was wrong with Violet, if she were hurt or fatally ill, the High Priestess would be the most logical one to send to deliver the news. I braced myself as I spoke the most inane words possible. “Your Holiness, I’m surprised to receive you so early.” In my defense, the sun was just now rising. Her stillness was awe-inspiring as she responded. “That’s one perspective. From another point of