“I can see that you had a lovely night if you are sneaking out of your supposed guest’s room and you are smiling like you won a lottery,” Mitena said to Cusa as she caught him coming out of Koko’s room. The smile on Cusa's face immediately disappeared.
“What do you mean by that?” Cusa asked frowning deeply.
“I don't know what …” Mitena's words were cut off by Leotie who came at that time.
“We are ready Your Highness,” Leotie said.
“Ready for what? You are dressed? To go where?” Cusa asked looking displeased.
“I am off to the palace,” Mitena answered.
“And you didn't bother to tell me?” Cusa asked.
“At what point was I supposed to tell you Cusa? Should I have knocked on your guest's door to get permission to talk to my husband?” Mitena snorted.
“Excuse us, Leotie,” Cusa said, an
