Meanwhile, Lady Agnes continued to be a formidable presence in the castle, her sharp wit and discerning eye keeping everyone on their toes. Her comments about the queen intrigued Ophelia, who couldn't help but feel curious about the woman who had captured Baldwin's heart.
As the days passed in Jerusalem's castle, Ophelia immersed herself in the bustling life of courtly affairs once again. She and Sibylla spent hours together, planning and strategizing for the future of the young prince, all the while reminiscing about their shared childhood memories.
