The bed was empty when I woke up. The early light came through the window, causing me to squint a little. It took a moment for the reality to settle in that the triplets had left. A hollow feeling formed in my chest. The room felt too big, too quiet without them.
Just as I was about to roll over and sink back into the warm sheets, a knock sounded at the door.
“Come in,” I called, pulling the covers up around me. A maid entered, holding a silver tray with a cup of steaming coffee.
“Good morning, my lady,” she greeted me with a soft smile. “Prince Kevin asked me to bring this to you.”
I smiled at the gesture. Kevin was so sweet. He knew exactly what I needed.
“Thank you,” I said, reaching for the cup.
A small note was tucked underneath it, written in Kevin's handwriting. It was a si
