Jasmine's P. O. V

“My lady… My Lady".

A low, persistent voice broke through the fog in my head. I blinked twice before finally returning to my senses.

I looked up to see several maids and guards staring straight at me with confusion written on their faces.

“Is there something wrong?” I stared blankly at them.

One maid quickly stepped forward and bowed her head. “Forgive the intrusion, my lady. But you've been in a daze since you returned from the palace. We tried not to bother you, but it's already been an hour now, and you still haven't moved or shown any sign of responding".

I tilted my head...