“Hello, Meret,” a voice spoke, startling her.

“Your Majesty.” Meret said, a bit taken aback.

She couldn't tell where his voice was coming from but the voice was unmistakably his.

What she didn't understand was why he was talking to her instead of the guards.

It didn't make sense but she was grateful all the same. To Meret, it was better because it meant her request would be granted easily.

“Yes, Meret? How do you like your new space?” he replied. His voice was ominous in a ...