A mental breakdown later, this was the second our dear villainess has suffered from. After bottling up and holding too much on your chest a time comes when it feels suffocating.
Cedric had reported to the palace to make an official report of his travels. Despite having no interest in seeing him Abrielle wanted answers from him. He arrived earlier than expected.
Without a doubt, whatever means he has used was not convenient for Abrielle's parents to travel and not forget the whereabouts of that annoying Princess Sapphire. However, she had to wait as Cedric wasn't in that castle that night. She wondered if he knew of her dramatic breakdown.
Cedric had dinner in the palace, with the king. It was rather pleasant for a family that had a blade against each other's neck. Kaiden didn't mention the assassination attempt or anything related.