As a custom, a competition shall be held whenever all kingdoms are present in one place. Therefore, when she woke up due to Alaric’s sudden movement beside her, she was already up as well. She did not intend to sleep so easily beside her enemy but the exhaustion has taken over her that she had her eyes closed before she could even realize it. She became only aware but did not open her eyes nor moved out from the bed when she is certain Alaric has come out.
Since the activity for the day is a fight, she did not see any point as to wear lavish gowns. She settled with the breeches and tunic she has worn when she first arrived in Rikkah. The servants expressed disapproval with the attire but realizing her conviction of wearing it, they had no choice but to help her with it. She had her red ha
