Aria's pov

　　Morning came fast and I was well rested and ready. As usual, the knock came on my door and the guard informed me to go wait for instructions.

　　I opened the door and frowned when I saw the white envelope on the doorstep. I grinned thinking it was the king who had sent it to wish me luck.

　　I picked it up and cradled it to my chest as if to cherish it. I slammed the door and leaned against it with that same grin on my face.

　　I gently ...