Chapter 255: Words arriving to the king's ear(1)

In the heart of Palermo, within the grandeur of the Palermitan court, a new day began with the gentle embrace of dawn. The morning sun stretched its golden fingers across the sprawling palace grounds, casting a warm and inviting glow upon the hallowed halls and lush gardens that adorned the royal residence.

As the first light of day filtered through the ornate windows, it painted intricate patterns of dancing reflections on the polished marble floors. The grand chandeliers, adorned with crystals that sparkled like diamonds, refracted the sunlight into a mesmerizing display of prismatic colors.

In the courtyards, songbirds perched on intricately carved stone fountains, their melodious tunes filling the air with the sweet music of nature. The scent of freshly bloomed flowers wafted from meticulously landscaped gardens, where roses and lilies competed for attention with their vibrant hues and delicate fragrances.