Fifty One

LAURA

I woke up late. It was almost noon when I woke up this morning. I quickly headed to my bathroom and took a bath. I immediately got dressed and was ready for my day.

‘Ding dong,’ the doorbell rang.

“Who is it?” I asked.

“A humble servant, ma’am. I’m here to deliver a message to you.”

The unrecognizable voice came from behind the door. “Ok, come in.”

He came into the room and gestured a bow. “Good morning, my queen.”

“Good morning to you, what do you have for me?” I asked impatiently.

“I was sent by the elders to deliver a message to you.”

“Stop beating around the bush and speak!” I ordered.

“I was sent here to ask you when today's meeting was to be held,” he concluded.

“When I’ve organized the meeting, I’ll invite everyone.”

“But, my queen —“

“No buts, go and tell them exactly what I have told you, now leave.”

He gestured a bow and left the room. As soon as the message left, Rhett entered my room.

“Good morning, Laura,” he greeted.

“Good morning, Rhett,” I responded.

“How did