Chapter 27

• Cesmae’s POV
• After returning to the palace, I finally had a moment to breathe. The events at the livery were still fresh in my mind, and the unease clung to me like a shadow. I leaned against the door of my room, taking in deep breaths, trying to calm the storm inside me.
• But before I could fully collect myself, there was a soft knock on the door. My heart skipped, startled by the sound. I quickly composed myself and opened it, revealing a small figure standing there with a pouty expression.