Vyrelda's voice broke the silence as they walked down the hallway toward the queen's study, her eyes bright as she stared at Elowen, almost as if in awe.
"Your Majesty, you were incredible in there! The way you handled those nobles, it's like you were boosted today," Vyrelda said with a wide, genuine smile.
Elowen waved her hand dismissively, a soft blush coloring her cheeks.
"No, no, it was nothing special. Just another council meeting."
Unexpectedly, Serelith chimed in from her side, her eyes also gleaming, almost admiring.
"No, really, Your Majesty. You were so cool today, wonderful even," she said with such fervor that Elowen almost flinched. Serelith had a noticeable blush, and, to Elowen's surprise, a bit of saliva was gathering at the corner of her lips.
Elowen gave Serelith a concerned glance, her tone polite but tinged with hesitation.
"Um, Serelith, are you… fine?"
