Chapter 244: The time she deserved
Alora returned from the training and decided to visit Scarlet to spend some time with her. However, she found out from the servant that Scarlet was with the Queen and Princess Lillian. Returning to her chamber, Alora went to the balcony and sat on the swing.
"Your Highness, would you like to drink water?" Selvina inquired.
"No, thank you," Alora replied with a gentle wave of her hand, her thoughts adrift to what Magnus might be engaged in at that moment.
Suddenly, Tobias’s voice cut through the quiet. "Your Highness, I’ve found you at last!" His approach prompted Alora to glance his way, curiosity piqued. Selvina discreetly stepped back, giving space to Tobias as he drew near.
Alora’s surprise was palpable as Tobias extended the documents towards her. "Prince Magnus has authorized me to obtain your signature for these official matters in his absence," he explained.
With a furrowed brow, Alora perused the papers, confirming their significance to the realm’s governance. She approached the table as she accepted the pen from Tobias and affixed her signature to each document.
Tobias collected the signed papers with a respectful nod. "Thank you, Your Highness and forgive me for troubling you."
Alora paused before making a request. "Should you encounter Griffin, inform him I wish to speak with him."
Tobias’s curiosity was piqued. "Griffin is within the palace grounds. Does Her Highness require his assistance for a particular matter?"