An Undeniable Invitation

Valerie's POV

"Your majesty?" I called, my voice barely masking the shock that coursed through me. I blinked, trying to wrap my head around the sight before me. Why the heck was he in the kitchen?

"Valerie!" Mrs Thorne chimed in, her voice bright and cheerful. "Would you like to have some orange juice?"

I furrowed my brow, confusion washing over me. What in the world is going on here? First, King