I was wakened from sleep by a gentle tap on my arm, and when I opened my eyes, I discovered that morning had already arrived. As I sat up, I hastily ran my fingers through my hair, contemplating the events that unfolded last night after I provoked Cornelius. Following our encounter, he did not engage in any further actions; instead, he showered me with countless kisses, exploring every inch of my body. Even now, his touch remains imprinted on my skin, leaving me with an undeniable sense of arousal despite his absence from the room. "May I inquire about the whereabouts of His Highness?" I questioned the maid, who had woken me up from my sleep and was now attending to the table, busily arranging the meals she had brought into the room. "He is currently in the throne room, your highness, at

