Veya POV“Where do you think you’re going?”I freeze at the threshold, my fingers still wrapped around the cold bronze handle. The lingering taste of toasted bread and herbal tea from breakfast clings to my tongue, but that fragile comfort shatters the moment two massive bodies block my path like living walls.“I only wish to go to the kitchen,” I say, carefully smoothing my voice.“By His Majesty’s command, you are not permitted to leave this wing without his direct authorization.”My gaze moves between them. Neither of them blinks. “So now I’m a luxury prisoner? Remember, I’m only a slave purchased from Thornspire Pack, so please, allow me to pass.”I glance at the sliver of doorway behind them. A small spark of hope flickers then dies instantly when they cross their spears, sealing the exit.“Forgive us, Lady Veya. We will not harm you if you cooperate. The King’s orders are absolute,” one of them says calmly, which feels far more terrifying than any shouted threat.I release a lon
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