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Under The King’s Nose

Author: Ady Daniels
last update Huling Na-update: 2025-07-31 21:19:50

I approach the Queen’s wing feeling nervous. I have no idea why she summoned me. I just hope she isn’t suspecting anything. I find her in her private sunroom, knitting a sweater.

“Mother,” I greet with a bow, heart pounding.

She turns the moment she hears my voice and smiles warmly.

“Christie!” she says, pulling me into a hug. “I’m glad you came. Come, sit over here!”

“Mother, why wouldn’t I come?” I ask, taking the seat beside her. She watches me carefully.

“You’ve been so preoccupied lately, with classes and… well, becoming a woman,” she says, smiling lightly. “You barely say a word at dinner, and it’s been a while since we had a real mother-daughter talk.”

I smile faintly. “I’m sorry, Mother. I’ll make more time for you.”

She studies my face. “Are you okay? You look a little pale. Have you been sleeping and eating well?”

“Yes, Mother,” I reply, avoiding her eyes.

“Well, if you say so.” She pauses for a beat. “I want you to accompany me to a charity ball this weekend.”

“A charity ba
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