CHAPTER 27

We arrived at their destination. The two individuals wearing crowns displayed a mix of happiness and sadness on their faces. They suddenly embraced me, leaving me standing there in a daze.

"My beloved child, it's wonderful to have you back with us. We have missed you deeply since you were a child," said the queen, holding me tightly.

"My dear child, I am overjoyed to see you again. You have grown so much," said the king, also embracing me. The three of us stood there, locked in a loving embrace, radiating happiness.

Suddenly, someone spoke out.

"Queen Mother and King Father, who is she, and why are you both crying upon her arrival?" asked the woman standing at the side, her gaze fixed on them as they embraced.

"Daphne, she is your sister. She is the child we lost before we adopted you," replied the queen to her.

I could see the irritation on Daphne's face, but she quickly changed her expression to something more appropriate.

"Sister, is that you? I missed you. I thought we would never