Bab 141: Her Request

Martha, who was merely a servant, was hugged by the princess. Martha remembered the days when Seren was a baby and she had to take care of the little princess like her own daughter. As that baby grew up, Martha had to give up on her motherly side and started to distance herself, acting as a proper servant who knew the difference between their status. She would always bow to this princess and serve her like a maid, never allowing herself to step out of her role. She could no longer recall how many years had it been since this girl had hugged her.

With tear-filled eyes,  Martha no longer resisted and hugged Seren back,patting her head gently. "It's not a dream, my lady."

Seren finally let go of her and looked at the old lady with watery eyes. She was almost crying like a little girl who had gotten her lost mother back, "Where were you?"