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Daphne walked towards the king’s door in the evening. As she approached, the door opened, and the king came out of his room. She was nervous, and she didn’t know why. It was an ordinary walk, not an invitation to any gathering or anything important. And yet, she was nervous. She was dressed up, and with the help of Sadie, she had her hair arranged.

Daphne stood before him and lowered her head in g