He finished his meal just as soon as he had started.
"Princess, I deeply am sorry for having to leave so soon, but a few prior commitments are plaguing me at the time. I must sort them out immediately."
He stood and bowed to her, calling over a servant with several papers in his hands. Temorin began inquiring about the 'situation' as he began to leave the room.

She watched him go, then continued eating her own food.

During the next few days, Mino would be busy, most likely making it so that Xolia wouldn't see him at all. It was however, for her safety.

She didn't mind. It was best not to get too close, considering they had no feelings for each other and the marriage was one for convenience.

Guard would seem to increase as the days went, but only slightly.

As a matter of fact, the guard that had been with her earlier was at her side once more, prepared to escort her to her quarters.

She stood up, and began walking back towards her own quarters.

Maids were waiting for her as usual, already prepared to suit her up for bed.

She let them undress her, then picking out a pink nightgown.

They wasted no time in dressing her, putting her ball gown away and fluffing her pillows.
Two of the royal guard were left at her door.

She excused the maids, wanting to be alone.