Once Oriana entered the mansion, she was welcomed by Xena who offered her gentle smile despite observing Oriana clad in the man's coat. From the crest on the lapel of the coat, Xena could tell it belonged to Prince of Griven. But, as the well mannered lady she was, she didn't ask anything.
"Let's go back to your room and let me help you change your clothes," Xena offered.
Oriana, whose mind was still a mess, didn't deny the kind gesture of Xena and followed her upstairs towards the guest room.
Xena helped her take the coat away and folded it back neatly. Her gaze didn't miss the marks on Oriana's delicate skin and could guess what must have happened.
Oriana was quiet so Xena asked, "Are you alright?"
Oriana was pulled back to her senses and offered a light smile to Xena. "Yes, I am alright. Thank you for the help and trouble you went through because of me, lady Xena."
Chapter dedicated to reader RMehrotra. Thank you so much for the supergift. <3<3