"My lord, my lady." Bernard bowed slightly. "Her Highness Princess Elizabeth of the Royal Family has made a sudden visit. She is waiting in the drawing room."
Murphy and Aurora exchanged a look of surprise.
Aurora asked softly, "This princess... by generation, she would be Duke Temeris's grandniece, wouldn't she? King Henry just passed away not long ago. Why would she visit so suddenly?"
Bernard maintained his respectful posture. "Her Highness the Princess did not state her purpose, but she brought many precious gifts with her."
"A visit at a time like this..." Murphy mused. "I'm afraid it's not a simple courtesy call."
Aurora lifted her head from where it had been resting on Murphy's shoulder and turned to him. "I've heard some rumors lately... It seems this princess wishes to establish a closer connection with Duke Temeris through us."
