Rosalind remained silent as she stared at Atior with a watchful gaze. Sadly, she knew that trying to sway someone with a firm conviction would be futile. As she contemplated their conversation, the voices outside her room interrupted her thoughts, causing her to frown.
In a blink of an eye, Atior had disappeared without a trace. Rosalind's heart raced, unsure of what could have transpired outside.
She wished she could see what was happening, but confined to her room, all she could do was sense the presence of several people beyond the door.
Magda's voice filled the air, demanding answers for the disturbance. The Duchess could sense her friend's frustration and the tense atmosphere that had enveloped the living room.
Before Magda, Captain Nuvali, stood his ground, attempting to explain their intrusion. He was imposing and bulky, but Magda was unyielding, not backing down in the face of his intimidating presence.
