After some time, Serene finally settled down, her breathing returning to normal as she quietly wiped her tears away.
Luka leaned back against the bedframe. 'It seems she's finally calming down…'
The moment of peace lingering between them— until a knock echoed through the room.
Knock. Knock.
Both Luka and Serene turned toward the sound, their attention caught.
Then came a voice— unmistakably familiar.
"Excuse me, is Luka Rein Junker awake? And if so, may I speak with him?"
It was the voice of the Second Princess.
Serene froze, eyes going wide.
Luka, on the other hand, smirked knowingly. 'About time…'
He could already guess what this was about.
After all, he knew she wouldn't come in person unless she had a reason.
A very specific one.
And so, Luka called out without hesitation. "By all means, come in."
The door opened, and Charlotte entered.
Behind her trailed her personal maids.
