Chapter 57: A Gift From The Queen

Sierra arrived at the Queen's quarters sometime later. She slipped past the guards and met Miss Marionne at their pre-agreed meeting point. Upon seeing Sierra, Marionne threw a hooded cloak over her shoulders. 

"A gift from the Queen," she whispered to her, "Hopefully it helps to keep your identity safe. Even if it's just for a few extra moments."

Through a hidden passageway, Miss Marionne led Sierra into a Drawing room. The fireplace was lit in the background, while Queen Roxine was at a table with a cup of hot tea and some light supper snacks. 

"Ah, you've arrived. Take a seat, Sierra," the Queen called her over, "Spare the formalities."

Sierra did as she was told, taking a seat on the cushioned chair opposite the Queen. Miss Marionne quickly poured her a cup of hot tea from the same pot Roxine was drinking from. 

"It's a chilly night out there, isn't it?" the Queen commented as she tugged on the shawl she had draped over her shoulders.