What is she supposed to do in this situation?
She immediately stood up as her heart raced. This one from utter shock and fear. She doesn’t want the king to misunderstand and think she’s insolent.
Bowing, she greeted him while apologizing.
“It’s an honor to meet your royal highness. I apologize for sleeping in your presence. I didn’t mean to be disrespectful.”
“It’s fine. Take a seat. You look like you’re still half asleep.”
Hearing his words, she was immensely relieved. Suddenly, the king doesn’t seem that terrifying. She’s not sure why she has that particular image in mind. Because he’s king and he’s the highest authority in the kingdom? He could order your death if you piss him off, is what she figured. But of course, that was an extreme thought. Such person would be considered a
