"No, you were just so much fun," Jasmine laughed. "Oh, but Zavian was worried, but you are fine now," she smoothened down the fine skirt of her dress, "After you are done, let's take a walk outside the castle."
Neera shook her head at that. "I can't, your Majesty, with what happened the last time…"
"That's why I said we should go together," Jasmine persisted.
"I really can't, I'm sorry," Neera said.
Jasmine studied her for a second. Neera caught the fall in her expression, and Jasmine sighed a dejected sound. Leaving the castle would put not only her, but Zavian at risk.
"Have lunch with me then," Jasmine said instead. "We could have a little picnic if you want, have it in that cute little spot of yours."
Neera offered her a smile, though she didn't like the idea of a picnic at the secluded spot. It was sacred to just her and Zavian.
"I would as soon as I am done here, your Majesty," she gave in.
