𝐅𝐋𝐀𝐌𝐄 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐑𝐎𝐑 [Kim Taehyung FF]

𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝟒 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬

A cold breeze touched Fiorella's skin as she woke up, the chill seeping through the thin fabric of her nightgown. She sat up in bed, a soft breath escaping her lips as she rested against the ornate headboard. Sunlight filtered through the heavy velvet curtains, casting a warm glow across the room. Her body still ached, but it wasn't as terrible as the previous night.

She felt significantly better. As she adjusted her position, a soft fragrance hit her nostrils. She inhaled deeply, the scent captivating her senses-sophisticated, rich, deep, aromatic, and smoky. The smell was also emanating from her hair.

Fiorella's eyes drifted to the satin cloth wrapped around her arms. She carefully removed it, finding the same enchanting fragrance clinging to it.

Her fingers traced the bruises on her skin, she noticed how much they had healed. Relief washed over her, but it was tinged with curiosity and a hint of unease.

A knock on the door interrupted her thoughts

"Come in," she commanded, her voice steady despite the questions in her mind.

Hye Ji entered, carrying a tray of breakfast. She placed the tray on a small table beside the bed and bowed.

"Good morning, Princess. Your breakfast is ready." Hye ji says

"who put the ointment on my arms?" Fiorella asked, her curiosity evident in her tone.

"I did it while you were sleeping, Princess. Are you feeling better now?" Hye Ji replied quickly.

Fiorella looked at her with curiosity, her mind was filled with unknown thoughts but she nodded gently and smiled. Physically, she felt better, but the luxurious fragrance, the swift healing of her bruises unsettled her.

"I prepared your bath, Princess, with warm water, rose petals and sandalwood. It will help you feel even better," Hye Ji added with a soft smile.

Fiorella nodded again. Yet, her thoughts drifted to the letter she had received the previous day. The urgency of its contents resurfaced in her mind.

"I'll visit the Queen today. Is she in the palace?" Fiorella asked all of a sudden, her tone was decisive.

"Yes Princess. The Queen is in her chamber. She will be happy to see you," Hye Ji responded with a nod.

Fiorella took a deep breath, the rich fragrance still filling her senses but she chose to ignore it

The sun casting long shadows across the training yard. King Taehyung stood at the centre, Dressed in fitted white and beige. His tall, athletic frame standing with grace and His eyes were dark, intense, focused on the soldiers as, six of his best soldiers stood in a semi-circle around him

"Begin," King Taehyung commanded, his voice was steady and authoritative

Their swords slicing through the air as the practice begins. Taehyung's movements were a masterful display of skill and strategy.