When Ariana was about to return to the crown prince's palace to meet her grandfather, the girl happened to see the king coming with his servants and royal knights. Seeing the king, Ariana hesitantly stopped her movement. Just dealing with the queen and crown prince was exhausting enough for her. Ariana was afraid that she would only create an awkward situation if she met King Alexius without being accompanied by her grandfather.
Ariana planned to pretend she wasn't there until King Alexius walked into the room. The girl slipped between the palace trees. James was also pulled by Ariana to do the same. The two of them hid, with James staring at Ariana in confusion until the sound of footsteps came closer and closer to them.
"Glad to see you're well, Ariana."
