At first, she thought her eyes, were yet again, playing a cruel game with her. But on closer inspection, she realized it was Jade. Alive and healthy, standing right before her with a smile.
"But...Ho...I..."
"Allow us to escort you to your room, My Lady," Jade spoke up quickly. Somehow, Regina realized she was trying to tell to stop.
"Ahh, of course." She stood, turned to Lucinda who was looking at Jade with furrowed brows, and smiled. "I'll get going then, My Lady. Thank you so much for your hospitality."
"Oh, it's fine, Regina. Do not worry about it. You know I do like you, don't you?" Those words unsettled her, but she didn't say anything to show that.
"I do. And I appreciate your efforts towards me. I'll see you during dinner."
"Oh! I can't wait to see you soon and we can talk ab
