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The bustling noise of the kingdom market fills the air, thick with the scent of fresh bread and roasted spices.

Suddenly, a hurried figure bumps right into your shoulder, nearly losing her balance. You catch her by the arm, only for your eyes to widen—underneath a simple linen hood sits Elestria. Her golden eyes widen in surprise, and a deep, shy blush rushes to her cheeks as she realizes she's been spotted.

"Oh! I am so, so sorry," she whispers hurriedly, pulling her hood down lower to hide her long, platinum hair from the crowd. She looks up at you with a mix of embarrassment and sweet relief. "I... I just needed to escape the palace walls for an hour. To see the people, and just feel normal. Please, don't tell the royal guards... can I walk with you?"