"Um…. It's not a reflection on you, Your Majesty. I just…. I just felt it was essential to.... aid in winding down and becoming asleep. I mean no harm in offering assistance, My King. "Ella added, "But... if you feel unhappy about it, I can go right now," attempting to seem nonchalant.

Spenser didn't respond; he just sat back in his chair and continued staring at her. At some time, Ella realized she had made a huge mistake by entering the room in the first place and began to feel uneasy . Having brought him some tea, she would not be punished by him.

Ella looked up at him with...