To her surprise that wasn't the case at all. The queen mother was still terrifying but she was at least welcoming with assortments of food all over the table.
Seeing the curiosity in Selena's eyes she gestured with her hand telling her to eat and Selena wasn't polite. "Thank you, your Majesty," she said as she smiled politely her voice barely audible. The words carried a mix of relief and gratitude, acknowledging the queen mother's invitation.
She helped herself completely unaware of the disapproving gaze her mother-in-law, cast upon her. She had been nervous about this unexpected invitation for breakfast, fearing she might make a faux pas in front of her. But now, with Ava's permission, she allowed herself to enjoy the meal.
She took a bite of the delicious food, savouring its flavours, oblivious to the disapproval etched on Ava's face.
