After her meeting with Sage Nightshade was unexpectedly delayed, Katelyn indulged herself in a shopping spree to pass the time. One of her final stops was a renowned jewelry boutique, known for catering to the elite.
As she entered, the staff immediately recognized her.
"Please have a seat, Your Highness. We'll bring out our finest pieces for you," the chief attendant said with a respectful bow.
"Thank you," Katelyn replied, settling gracefully onto the plush leather sofa. The staff moved quickly, laying out trays of glittering jewelry for her to browse.
While appearing focused on the selections before her, Katelyn's mind wandered.
'At least for a few days, Mother won't be hovering around... Maybe I could use this time to talk to Karmen.'
But as quickly as the thought surfaced, she shut it down.
'No. Not after the way he spoke to me last time.'
Her gaze drifted over the shimmering gemstones, but her heart wasn't in it anymore.
"How about this one?"
