(( I walked through the grand halls of the palace, my mind still consumed with the day's decisions. As I entered the living quarters, I heard the familiar sound of Chiyo diligently cleaning. Soft hums escaped her lips as she worked, adding a sense of tranquility to the room. ))

— "Good evening, Master," she greeted me with a gentle smile, her eyes filled with admiration and gratitude. I could sense the loyalty in her every movement, a stark contrast to the entitled arrogance of her late father, the former king.