As Sage and Katelyn reached the grand hallway just outside the royal chamber, where Amelie and Gabriel were staying, Katelyn stopped abruptly.
"You'd better leave with my brother," Katelyn stated. "I have to speak with Amelie alone."
Sage met her gaze, a challenging half-smile playing on her lips. "Well, that depends on Gabriel," she stated. "If he wishes to leave the side of his wife or not."
They both paused right at the gilded chamber door. Katelyn nodded once to the guard posted outside, instructing him to announce their presence.
While they waited, Katelyn leaned in, her voice dropping to a persuasive murmur. "You two are friends," she asserted. "And you should be able to do this for me."
Sage considered the request. "Alright," she accepted the challenge, her eyes glinting. "I'll handle Gabriel."
The guard, having received permission, stepped back and bowed low, gesturing for them to enter.
