Aliyah
The sunlight streamed through the sheer curtains on Queen Grace's face as I carefully wrapped the blood pressure cuff around her arm. Her eyes lit up as she watched me work, making me feel more comfortable than I ever thought possible in the presence of royalty.
"Your blood pressure is normal, Queen Grace," I informed her, relieved to see that the numbers were well within the healthy range.
Queen Grace smiled at my words and gently touched my hand. "Please, Aliyah, call me Queen Mother like others close to me do."
I blinked in surprise, unable to believe that King Ashton's mother was treating me with such warmth and affection. Ever since I had helped her when she collapsed and administered first aid before the royal doctor arrived, it seemed that a bond had formed between us.
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