"You're awfully glowy," Sirona commented. "Is there anything you would like to share?"
At first, Daphne hadn't wanted to have breakfast served directly into her room, embarrassed to let Maisie see the mess. Yet, her stomach was growling and Daphne had no choice but to look for some sustenance herself.
She had just entered the kitchen in search of breakfast when she was met with Sirona's toothy grin. The healer had a cup of tea in front of her and a plate of pastries, happily digging into the sweet treats. When she spoke, they weren't left forgotten. Sirona heartily moved a forkful of food into her mouth while maintaining eye contact, a sparkle in her eyes.
"N-Nothing…" Daphne trailed off. She scurried towards the fruits, picking up a random apple from the basket before biting directly into it. "I just decided to sleep in, that's all. You should too, with how hard you work. A little rest is good for the soul."
Check out the prequel: The Hidden King's Stolen Wife