?|THE LAST PIECE|?{Wmmap}

[Ruby palace]

Athanasia was in a sulk, feeling neglected as the new maids seemed impervious to her charm, this she lacked the means to obtain her desired treat.

Ashaya remained engrossed in her book, she has started to take interest in other countries and language's.

Although it seemed to be a rather unsatisfying subject, but when you do not have nothing better to do it's better to ingross in uneventful things for the sake of mental wellbeing.

"His majesty happen to mention that he would like to spend time with her highnesses!"
Felix announced with enthusiasm.

This revelation finally captured Ashaya's attention, she turned her head to took at Felix.

"Daddy?"
She inquired.

"Yes princess!"
Felix responded eagerly.

"Let's go."

.........

[Diamond palace]

"Felix I think father is asleep....."
Ashaya remarked, her gaze fixed on the emperor's closed door.

She was quite displeased, who wouldn't!

"Athy wants to go back"
Athanasia expressed, as she resisted the idea of entering the room, while the emperor was asleep.

Who knew what he would do if he was upset!!

Yet, Felix insisted, urging Athanasia to step inside, assuring her that Claude would be pleased.

Ashaya, indifferently followed suit,as she did not like the idea of coming back another time.

Once inside, Athanasia desperately sought an escape.

Surrendering to her surroundings, she noticed a map crafted from gold, stirring a whirlwind of emotions within her.

Ashaya gracefully settled onto a couch, placing a finger to her lips, signaling for Athanasia to remain silent.

Athanasia approached her sister, oblivious to her surroundings, only to be startled by the sight of Claude peacefully asleep.

He was sleeping on the couch right opposite to Ashaya.

Ashaya couldn't help but chuckle at Athanasia's startled reaction.

Athanasia cautiously drew nearer to Claude, she found herself captivated by his appearance.

'Ah he looks like a prince from a fairy tale..
He's quite the looker when he's like this.
Can't you sleep forever.'

She reached her hand towards Claude's face.
'He's not waking up?'

'Pft look at acting like a little girl oh well she is a little girl.'
Ashaya mused.

Athanasia stood there in silence, contemplating.
'should I punch him?'

(Author: I dare you to say that out loud.)

"What are you up to?"
Ashaya inquired, her gaze fixed on her sister.

Athanasia was brought out of her daze by her sister's voice.

"Nothing!"
She exclaimed.

In a swift motion, she dashed to the couch, plopping down next to Ashaya, who seemed to exude an air of ownership over the space.

The sisters lingered in silence, the evening slipping away. Eventually, Ashaya rose gracefully and made her way to the couch where Claude lay in slumber.

With a gentle touch, she brushed her fingers across Claude's forehead.

Slowly, he stirred awake.

"Good evening papa."
Ashaya greeted with a gentle smile.

"Hmm did Felix send you in?"
Claude murmured, still half-asleep

With a sigh, he stood, tousling his hair in a disheveled manner.

Athanasia couldn't help but flinch at the sight of his bare chest, so close before her.

Ashaya let out a soft chuckle.

"Hmm"
She replied affirmatively, a hint of amusement in her tone.

Athanasia watched the exchange, a flicker of annoyance crossing her face.