With the death of Arisa-or should we say the original Fiona-, Cedric was about to take Cecilia back to her room. He held Cecilia's body tightly, then turned his back to Raisa. But as they stepped out of the cell, a soft but firm voice stopped them.
"Wait a minute."
Cedric stopped, then looked back at Raisa. Her smile looked warm as usual, but the look in her eyes made the air feel a little tense. Magic flowed softly from her body, and it was enough to make Cedric immediately alert.
"I want to talk to the princess for a moment," Raisa said with a friendly smile.
"Not now," Cedric answered briefly. "She needs to rest."
"It won't be long, and I guarantee she'll be back in one piece." Raisa turned to Cecilia, her voice now full of disguised gentleness. "I won't hurt you, don't worry."
Cecilia looked at Cedric. The man's eyes were full of doubt and worry. But Cecilia nodded slowly. Besides, she also had something to discuss with her.
