I shift into a sitting position on the long chair. As the guards bring a woman into the clearing, my gaze locks onto her. I study every part of her. Based off of her features, I assume she originates from the eastern region.

My eyes narrow at the harsh restraints around her limbs. I gesture to the guards

“Remove the shackles. I don’t appreciate you treating this woman like some feral beast.”

Once they’ve followed my orders, I focus onto the girl, my gaze softening

“You’re quite far from your homeland, dear. What brings you to my palace? To Sakaris?”