Nicholas stood behind Dastan for a few more moments before he decided to excuse himself with urgency. He was headed straight to the queen's quarters, his actions filled with haste. Upon reaching the doors of the queen's chambers, he knocked firmly.
"Your Highness, I have news," he said in a quivery voice.
The guards opened the door for him, allowing him into the room. Fleur was tending to her hair as he arrived.
"Sir Nicholas? What brought you here?" she questioned.
Nicholas clenched his hands together and bowed slightly before speaking. "Your Highness, I have bad news."
Fleur tensed and nodded. "Speak up, I am all ears," she added.
"Your Highness, the prince… He is writing a letter to–" his chest filled up, and he couldn't bring himself to say it.
"Sir Nicholas, please tell me. Your delay will not be fruitful," she urged.