Chapter 51. Lady Urduja

MAIDENS’ LAIR

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Lady Xaqion walked gracefully down the hallway, her steps echoing softly against the polished marble floor. Beside her, Saphena,  her lady-in-waiting, strode with a regal air, her expression guarded.

"My mistake," Lady Xaqion said. "I only care about the fact that he's an adult." Her apology was genuine, accompanied by an apologetic smile that softened the edges of her features. As they walked, she subtly manipulated the air around them, weaving a delicate barrier to shield their conversation from prying ears.

"You are always a pain in the head," Saphena commented, her tone laced with irritation.

Lady Xaqion chuckled softly. "Indeed, he is more like a kid in need of my guidance... But perhaps you should have considered giv