The King's aide ran as fast as his legs could carry him and he went to the slave quarters where the female slaves resided.

He had heard new slaves had arrived days ago and were kept in the second slave quarters and he headed there.

He couldn't go to the first slave quarters. They have served the king for years and he couldn't let rumours get out about the King's state, so he needs someone new. 

Someone who wouldn't be recognized or missed if she didn't leave the King’s chamber alive.

He met Miranda outside and she ran over to him when she saw him.

“Your royal.” She bowed her...