"...I understand, Your Highness. And I do appreciate your offer."
The princess looked at Rosa with a calculating smile. "I am an incredibly busy person, especially with the demands on the dresses for the new summer season. However, if Lady Elara ever decides to become a hero and save herself, she should let me know she's ready to take up my offer next week when she is invited to the royal palace."
As if I'd ever go to that snake hole!
The rustling sound from behind drew Rosa's attention towards the gate. Her mouth almost fell open as she saw Duke Kael striding into the garden. Seeing him in person while his sister sat nearby made Rosa realize another facet about him—his striking good looks must have come from his mother's side.
Dressed in his customary dark attire that suited him all too well and complemented the unusual shade of his hair, Kael smiled broadly, though it struck Rosa as utterly insincere.
