Morielle received reports from the saighs, but their stake outs for a few days had been proven to be fruitless. But she did not want to give up. She remained vigilant, and so were they. Poisoned food and drinks still made their way to her table somehow, and her food tasters died almost instantly. Others were saved just in time, but they had long-time side effects, such as paralysis or becoming mute or deaf. Sudrig worked closely with the royal physicians to help cure the food tasters to live a normal life.
The Naim King’s youngest wife was in her bed, staring at the figurine that Rhovatt Qitor’s wife gifted her. She was in deep thought when her husband came into her room. His kiss on her temple startled her a little that she almost jumped.
“What’s the matter?” he asked in a concerned voi
