MORNING DINING HALL
The morning light streamed through the tall windows of the dining hall, making everything look softer and warmer than it had the night before. I sat across from Nyx at the long table, poking at my breakfast plate. I kept stealing glances at Nyx while I ate. He looked calm this morning, cutting his food with neat movements, but I could see a small satisfied look in his silver eyes.
We didn’t talk much at first. Just the clink of forks and the quiet sounds of servants moving around. I took a big bite of bacon and smiled to myself.
Beta Darius knocked on the big doors and came in. He looked serious, like always. “Your Majesty,” he said, bowing a little. “Someone is here to see you. It’s urgent.”
I looked up surprised, my fork halfway to my mouth. Who would come so ear
