The Unshackled Queen: Never Say Never
Chapter 1701

“oh my!”

Lydia shrieked, instinctively jumping into Brayden’s arms.

“What’s going on? What’s happening? My goodness!”

Her already heightened anxiety reached a peak, and she squeezed her eyes shut, refusing to open them.

Hannah remained composed, though she squinted against the sudden brightness.

Dotson swiftly moved to shield them, his gaze scanning their surroundings vigilantly.

“It’s just motion-sensor lights,” Hannah explained, peering up at the bright lights above.

“They activate when they detect movement.

There’s no need to be frightened.

”

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She gently patted Dotson’s shoulder, signaling for him to step aside.

With a clearer view now, she noticed a dark brown wooden door not far ahead.

“It seems we’ve reached the banquet hall.

”

Hearing Hannah’s soothing voice, Lydia finally opened her eyes and looked ahead, her heart still pounding.

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“Are we… Are we there yet? I can’t handle much more of this suspense,” Lydia asked breathlessly.

“Yes, we’ve arrived,” Hannah replied.

Dotson cautiously stepped forward.

“I’ll open the door.

”

He proceeded carefully, apprehensive of what might be on the other side.

“Stay back for now.

Once I’ve opened it, you can come in.

”

The weighty wooden door creaked as Dotson pushed it ajar, the sound echoing through the space.

As the dim light from inside began to spill out, Hannah felt a wave of relief wash over her.

Thankfully, no unwelcome surprises awaited them beyond the door.

Leading Lydia and the others, Hannah entered the banquet hall.

Upon arrival, the distant murmur of conversation and clinking glasses reached their ears.

As they rounded a corner, they saw the assembled guests seated at a lengthy table that spanned about ten meters.

They appeared quite at ease with each other, engrossed in their conversations and meals.

Hannah instinctively glanced towards the head of the table, replaceing it vacant.

Neither Pearson nor any other notable figure had arrived.