Meanwhile, back at Moon Crest Park…
Anaya was seated quietly, her hands trembling slightly as Kisha stood beside her protectively. The two were waiting in the royal court, as they've been granted an audience with the Queen.
"What do you want to see me for, Kisha?" the Queen asked at last, her voice weary as she let out a heavy sigh. "Is there a problem?"
"No, Your Highness," Kisha replied, lowering herself into a deep bow. "It's just... you haven't given my princess a response since the day I informed you that Master Rhys is the one responsible for her condition. My princess wants him to visit her chamber. I lied to her and told her he would come, but even after I confessed the truth to you, he still hasn't shown up."
Before Kisha could continue, a maid stepped forward and delivered a sharp slap across her face, the force of it knocking her to the ground.
