Lucius stood tall, his jaw clenched, as though he was trying to gather the last shreds of patience he had left. Kiara, visibly fatigued, glanced at Elena one last time before turning toward the door.
"I'm going to my chambers," Kiara muttered, her voice clipped. " Elena, pls try not to cause more trouble."
Elena smirked, her arms still crossed. "Trouble? Me? Never."
Kiara didn't respond, her exhaustion evident as she exited the room. Elena hesitated for a moment, then followed her, her steps quick and deliberate.
A maidservantTae trailed behind them, her eyes darting nervously between Elena and Kiara. She seemed unsure of her place, but her loyalty to her duties kept her close.
Lucius remained in the room, his gaze fixed on the door long after they'd left. He let out a deep sigh, pinching the bridge of his nose. The weight of responsibility pressed down on him like a mountain.
