I watched Zidane quietly, my lips slightly parting. He was in bed now, his eyes closed, but I could tell he wasn't asleep yet. He wasn't saying anything anymore, and I bit down on my lips, then slowly sat up. I stood up, my lips parting lightly.
Slowly, I walked out of the room, just as Queen Isabella emerged from the king's room. I stopped, regretting my decision to leave the room. Her eyes met mine, and she gave a small smile, then slowly walked towards me.
"Twice is more than enough times to see you in a day, Leilyn."
I swallowed. "Excuse me, Your Highness."
I started to walk past her, when she turned to me, her eyes thin. "I am going to see a few maidens to assist you by your side in an hour. Dinner is right after that."
"Thank you," I said simply and continued in my way. At this
