Chapter 53

Freya stood at the edge of the clearing, her gaze lost in the distant horizon. Clouds of doubt and confusion swirled around her mind, casting a shadow over her thoughts. The encounter with Tigreal on the battlefield had left her bewildered, her heart torn between conflicting emotions.

As she replayed the moment in her mind, the look in Tigreal's eyes haunted her. There was a flicker of familiarity, a connection she couldn't quite grasp. The innocence in his visage and the sadness in his voice stirred something deep within her, but she couldn't understand why.

Her maidens, Mimosa, Violet, and Rose, noticed Freya's strange behavior and gathered around her, concern etched on their faces. They pressed her gently, urging her to share what was troubling her.

Mimosa approached Freya with a concerned expression. "My Lady, your heart seems burdened," she said gently, her voice filled with compassion. "Share your troubles with us, and let us ease the wei