It appeared that Thea had diligently searched for Runa throughout the day. She scoured the palace grounds, ventured into the park, and even visited the town square and other locations beyond the royal palace in her quest to find the missing lady.
That's why no one answered Henrie when he visited Runa's chamber.
"I went to the Reinhard manor and met with His Grace. But His Grace told me that he hasn't seen Her Ladyship since his arrival in Reichwein," Thea confessed, her eyes brimming with tears as she described what she considered her failure in looking after Runa.
Henrie, though seething with worry and frustration, managed to restrain his anger toward Thea. He knew that chastising Runa's favorite maid would only upset her more when she returned. Instead, he clenched his fists, silently grappling with the fear gnawing at his heart.
