The Nightweaver's Message

The Nightweaver's Message

Mary hurried to Nyxoria's chamber, a tray of food balanced carefully in her hands. Reaching the door, she knocked lightly and waited for a response.

"Can’t I get some peace?" came Nyxoria’s exasperated voice from inside. "First my uncle, and now you."

Mary hesitated for a moment before stepping inside, bowing slightly. "I’m sorry, my queen," she said gently. "You didn’t eat before you left, so I brought you your meal."

She placed the tray on Nyxoria’s bed, knowing it was where the queen preferred to eat whenever she was in her chambers.

Nyxoria sighed but sat up, her irritation fading as the smell of the hot, sweet meat broth reached her. "Thank you, Mary," she said, her tone softening. She picked up a spoon and took a sip, the warmth of the broth calming her further.