Chapter 100: A Blatant Insult To The Lady
The carriage jolted along the cobblestone path, its wooden wheels clattering against the uneven ground. As the afternoon sun streamed through the window, the carriage’s interior was bathed in a warm glow. Anna gazed out the pane, watching the passing scenery of trees and houses.
It was a beautiful and unfamiliar place, but the princess couldn’t shake off the feeling of nervousness that consumed her as she contemplated the upcoming meeting with the king. Never before had she met someone of such high stature from another kingdom, and the thought of it made her stomach churn with anxiety.
Having mixed emotions, the princess reclined in her seat, her gaze fixed on Rafe, who sat across from her with Ayden. Despite their initial reluctance, she had insisted that they share the carriage together, and now she turned to them with a question, hoping to ease her troubled mind.
"Rafe, can I ask you a question about His Majesty?"
The healer’s eyes widened in focus, and he replied cautiously, "Of course, my lady. What would you like to know?"
Ayden, seated beside the healer, perked up with curiosity at the question.
"What kind of person is he?"
Rafe took a moment to consider before responding. His eyes wandered momentarily before settling back on her.
"I would say that His Majesty is a kind and generous king, and he only enforces strict measures against those who break the law."
The princess then asked about the proper way to greet the king when she met him later or if there were any specific protocols to follow. The healer couldn’t help but smirk at her concern, knowing she was nervous about meeting the king.
"The protocol is likely similar to that of Ardel or any other kingdom. Typically, we greet him by saying ’Greetings, Your Majesty, the Sun of Cassian’."