Third Person's POV
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Elis respectfully bowed before quietly walking toward Ethan.
Without another word, the two of them left the study together, and the heavy wooden doors slowly closed behind them.
For several moments, no one inside the room spoke.
Only after Ethan's footsteps had completely faded into the distance did Shixea shift her attention toward Aria.
"Niece Aria, why don't you stay in the royal palace tonight?
I am sure you also require proper rest before tomorrow's expedition."
Aria understood immediately that this was a polite dismissal.
Holding the blue spear tightly in both hands, she stood from her seat before forcing a faint smile onto her face.
"Thank you, Aunt."
She politely bowed before quietly leaving the study as well.
Even after stepping outside, however, her thoughts refused to calm down.
The mysterious violet-haired young man occupied her mind completely.
