Elia edged up to the palace gates at 2315.
The palace guard gave her a suspicious glare. She glared back.
“I’m here to visit Hovsep.” The palace guard laughed.
“Very funny, now get out.”
“I’m being serious, call him if you want.” The guard raised his eyebrow as he picked up the intercom phone.
“Hello. Visitor for Hovsep.” His voice crackled over the intercom.
“Yup, send her in.” The guard slammed down the phone and grudgingly hit the
button that opened up the gate. Elia raised her eyebrows at him and went through.
Nihilistic Porcupine 