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Chapter 59 - Astraia

Author: Odessa Rhys Beaumont
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-04-06 11:00:47

The Royal Palace was as magnificent as I remembered. As we pulled into the circular drive, a team of staff emerged to greet us.

"Welcome back, Your Highness," a distinguished older man said, bowing slightly to Odette. "We've prepared the eastern wing quarters as requested."

"Thank you, Edwin," Odette replied, then turned to me with excitement dancing in her eyes. "You're going to love it. The east wing has the best views of the gardens, and I've had them prepare the suite next to mine."

I nodded, too tired to match her enthusiasm. Carson's arm tightened around my waist as we made our way inside.

"You look ready to collapse," he murmured, his voice thick with concern.

"Just tired," I assured him, though in truth, my shoulder was throbbing painfully.

He made a sound of disbelief but didn't press the issue as we followed Odette through the palace's elegant corridors. The east wing was bright and airy, with large windows overlooking meticulously

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