Chapter 571: Spar Between Drayce And Slayer

Early in the morning, Seren was listening to her lady-in-waiting give her a rundown of her schedule for the day while her maidservants helped set her long hair in a beautiful long braid, fixing delicate accessories that went along well with her dress. 

Just as  Seren had come out of the side chamber, the door of the main chamber opened to let in a grinning Eva. 

"Your Majesty… good morning!" 

Eva looked excited, as if she could not wait to say something, but she was panting so hard her cheeks were flushed.

"Why are you so excited about, Eva?" Lady Xena, Seren's lady-in-waiting, asked. "Didn't you leave for the royal kitchen for the Queen's meal?"

"Y-Yes! That's why…when I heard the news…I ran all the way back!"

"Dear me. Do calm down. Breathe…"