Why did I kiss her?
This question kept circulating my mind making me restless for days. I am not the type to go about kissing lowly servant but there was a pull that always kept drawing me to her. I nod greeting to the servants bowing on my way to the Queen's chambers. She ordered Lisa to tell me my presence is needed immediately.
Whatever could it be for?
The guards stationed outside her chambers open the door as soon as they see me round the corridor and they bow in greeting too. I thought it'll be a private council of just me and her but to my surprise, every important member of her court was present.
"My Queen" I say bowing down. "You called for me"
Her body is racked by bouts of cough as she motions for me to come closer. I pass her the cup of warm honeyed water and she takes a
