Chapter 49 - A Gilded Cage

In the heart of the noble district of the royal capital stood a magnificent mansion, grander than any of the other estates that surrounded it. Its white walls gleamed under the sunlight, and its blue rooftops sparkled like sapphires. The gardens surrounding the estate were filled with vibrant seasonal flowers, each perfectly tended, a testament to the mansion's grandeur. Despite its extravagance, there was nothing gaudy or distasteful about the estate. Instead, it exuded a sense of refinement, elegance, and timeless grace.