As they entered the king's chambers, Naya couldn't help but notice how tired King Stormie looked. His face was lined with worry, and his shoulders were hunched with fatigue. She knew that he had been through a lot that day, and she wanted to make sure that he was taken care of.

"Your Majesty," she said gently. "You must be exhausted. Why don't you go and have a bath, and I'll prepare dinner for you?"

King Stormie nodded, grateful for her concern. "That's a good idea, Naya," he said. "I could use a soak in the tub. Thank you."

As he made his way to the bathing chamber, Naya couldn't...