They had successfully made it out of Vitalis but it was uncertain what Cedric's status was. Abrielle stayed mostly in the cabin room with Evelyn to reduce the chances of being recognised. Evelyn was Princess Abrielle's handmaid, her face might be recognised by the higher class.
Back at Vitalis Eleanor was waiting for news. It was the first daybreak after Kaiden's death, and the entire Kingdom was in mourning.
Kaiden was a warrior who fought many wars to make Darconia the prosperous kingdom it is now. Eleanor's hands were filled; she had to organise the funeral and also work to make arrangements for the incoming of the new king.
There was a soft knock on her study door. Eleanor was busy listening to reports from one of her court ladies concerning inquiries related to the funeral when the door was knocked drawing her attention.
She sighed, "You may come in." Her voice was soft but the person at the other end had already announced his presence to her
