~Kael~
Just as we were about to leave the banquet, a maid hurried over, her face pale. “Princess Lyra—the record player… it’s missing.”
Lyra froze. “Missing?”
“Yes. While everyone was watching the ceremony, I asked someone to move it to a secure room and lock the door. But just now, when I checked…” The maid swallowed. “It was gone.”
She looked stricken. “Luna Eva said if it was stolen, that’s on us. We’ve already notified the guards. We will find it.”
Lyra forced a calm smile. “Please tell Luna Eva I understand her good intentions, but the banquet is the priority tonight. Let’s look into it after everything wraps up.”
“Thank you, Princess.” The maid bowed deeply, clearly relieved. Then, almost hesitantly, she glanced my way. “And—”
“It’s fine,” I said coolly, cutting her off. “Do a
