"It's so good to see you okay," Lora said, her eyes sparkling with genuine joy.
"Thank you, Lora. It means a lot," Kaia replied shyly.
They took their seats at the table. When Kaia's eyes met Markus's, it felt like everything and everyone around her faded. She got lost in his deep blue gaze, while warmth started spreading through her chest. Their eye contact was abruptly interrupted by Queen Tonya herself.
"Good morning, Lady Kaia," Queen Tonya greeted her, a polite smile on her face. "How are you feeling now?"
Kaia straightened up and replied politely, "Better, thank you, Your Majesty."
The Queen nodded as she looked in her direction with an intense look. "That's good news. I'm pleased that the royal healers were able to assist you."
"I'm very grateful," Kaia said, bowing her head s
