13 - Given a treat

A door creaked open, revealing a maid in a blue uniform who entered the quiet hall. She made her way to the table where Henry motioned for her to place the meal.

Camila felt a sense of unease as she pondered Henry's actions.

She observed as he approached the covered meal on the tray. Curiosity piqued, he lifted the meal cover and took a whiff. The tantalizing aroma wafted up, a stark contrast to the bland bread and water Camila had been given the day before.

Camila pondered the origin of the delectable cuisine. "Is it because he's the leader and they put on a show of serving this incredibly tasty meal here?"

Camila was lost in her thoughts, completely unaware of what Henry was saying to her. He approached her and inquired, "What were you engrossed in that you failed to hear my previous question?"

Camila's face turned a bright shade of red, leaving her speechless.

"Please go and enjoy your meal." Once you have finished your meal, the guards will escort you to the mansion where you will