"Your Majesty...!"
Robert's voice came from the door.
Emilia tore herself away instantly, startled.
She ducked behind Lucas and he straightened his body as well.
Shifting automatically to shield her, his broad shoulders blocking most of the view.
Robert stood frozen just inside the doorway.
It took him a few seconds to understand the scene in front of him.
Then he turned his head sharply toward the wall.
"I...apologies," he said quickly, regretting he didn't knock the door or announce his presence before going in.
Emilia peeked around Lucas's shoulder with her cheeks burning.
She felt more embarrassed than him.
But she heard a sharp exhale from Lucas.
Like he is very upset.
"Couldn't you knock?" He asked, his tone harsh and Emilia tapped his shoulder lightly.
"It's...fine," she said to Robert.
Robert bowed stiffly.
"I will… return later."
And then he retreated as though chased.
The door shut again and silence rushed back in.
