Chapter 60

AVERY

“ Niana! Come here! ” Suddenly, a woman’s voice echoes in the area.

I look to my left, at the entrance of the lounge. A small girl runs inside but is grabbed by her mother who is wearing the clothes of a royal servant.

“ I apologize. ” She bows her head slightly when she notices me staring.

“ It’s fine. ” Draven replies instead of me.

My eyes remain on the child. She appears to be the same age as…her—Aleister’s daughter.

During all this, I didn’t pay much attention to that matter, to her in general.

It’s clear that Celia stays locked up in that place and Aleister never lets her out. All over again, my heart aches when I think about it.

Will it be okay if I visit her sometime? She seemed excited when she first saw me anyway.

“ Renee. ” I turn to her.

“ Yes, Princess. ” She looks up curiously.

“ Go to the main Hall for the women until I call you back. ” I command, without any room for debate but she still glances at Draven as if seeking permission.

My eyes twitch as I direct my