Meanwhile in the castle,
Miss Penfield, the children's governess, approached the grand doors of the queen's chambers with two knights flanking her.
She held her head high, her stern demeanor evident in every step.
When they reached the guards stationed outside, one of the knights stepped forward to announce her arrival.
"Please inform Her Majesty that the children's governess has come to fetch them for their lessons," the knight said, his voice firm yet respectful.
The guards exchanged glances before one of them disappeared inside, returning moments later with a nod. "Her Majesty is aware. The children will be sent out shortly."
Inside, the young prince and princess were doing their best to delay the inevitable.
They were nestled comfortably in their grandmother's chambers, the aged queen entertaining their antics with a knowing smile.