The entire palace was buzzing with the attendants scurrying around, preparing the castle for the day. The castle was decorated beautifully with flowers, and the chandelier in the throne room illuminated the hall. The floors were extra polished; the light made them shine brighter.
Maleeka lay on the bed wide awake. Yesterday passed like a breeze, and she sulked over everything. She heard a knock on her door followed by Dalia’s voice calling out to her. She didn’t respond, she wanted her peace before laying herself like an offering.
The knock came again, “My Queen, can I come in?” her muffled voice asked, and she replied with silence. Maleeka heard her curse under her breath before breaking into the room.
“Maleeka, stand up right now.” She yelled, removing the sheets harshly.
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