A gradual Process

In the Castle.

"I was told that you were worried about me."

The Professor said to the queen, standing beside her, though conscious not to nudge her. The queen looked quickly at him, then looked away towards the Ella girl who was standing quite far away from them. All she could wonder was how the Professor had been able to discuss with the girl at just few moments. Hadn't he just woken up and regained his consciousness few moments ago?

"Don't tell me you're still living in that illusion. I thought the contact would be enough to rid of those naughty thoughts."

She denied. Well, he wasn't disappointed. That was what he had anticipated. Even if the queen had admitted to her emotions and concerns, he would had been worried too. Feigning seemed to be a great part of her and he wouldn't take that away.

"Indeed."