The entire hall went still as Ashlynn confronted Baron Valeri Leufroy, but when they learned that Baroness Betrys had hoped to approach Lady Ashlynn for healing, the Great Hall's silence took on a reverent and anticipatory quality.
Last night, Lady Ashlynn had rejected the title of Saintess from High Priest Aubin, saying she intended to rule as the marchioness. The act left many people wondering whether she had powers of her own, or if she'd been propped up by High Inquisitor Ignatious or some other force.
Most believed that Lady Ashlynn was responsible for her own miracles, but all those who had begun to doubt leaned forward now, wondering if they were about to see another miracle, one performed when the mysterious High Inquisitor wasn't even present.
