By the time Oriana had finished reading the book on Divine Beasts, the clock had already struck noon. Her diligent chambermaid, Ana, entered the study and kindly informed her, "Your Highness, a meal has been prepared for you."
Oriana stifled a yawn, feeling an unexpected weariness wash over her. She couldn’t help but wonder, ’Why am I suddenly so fatigued after perusing just one book? Could it have been that uninteresting? I don’t believe so. After all, I’ve had the privilege of delving into the lore of Dragons. Perhaps a meal will revive my spirits.’
Acknowledging Ana with a subtle nod, Oriana gracefully rose from her chair.
Once Oriana had a meal, she felt better but she still felt lazy and sleepy.
"Your Highness, are you feeling unwell?" Ana inquired, noting Oriana’s sluggish movements.
Oriana, while making her way toward her private chambers, responded wearily, "Just a little tired and lack of sleep. I shall rest for a while."
As she neared her bed, Oriana’s equilibrium wavered, and she experienced a sudden bout of dizziness. Ana promptly reached out to steady her, exclaiming, "Your Highness."
Regaining her composure, Oriana requested, "Assist me to the bathroom and provide the necessary items for my monthly cycle needs."
Ana instantly comprehended the situation and aided Oriana, while Oriana quietly lamented to herself, ’That medicine has undoubtedly wreaked havoc on my body, upsetting my monthly cycle and causing great discomfort. I must solve this issue soon. Ugh!’
Once her personal matters were attended to, Oriana reclined in her bed, and Ana tenderly draped a warm quilt over her. "Your Highness, you appear rather unwell. I shall summon a physician. Weather is cold now so it might cause you more discomfort."
Is Master Erich in attendance?"
"He has not yet arrived to check on your grandfather."
"Once he’s here, please inform me. I’d like to see him," Oriana stated.
"I will. Please, rest until then. I will prepare a calming herbal tea for you," Ana replied before taking her leave.
With furrowed brows deepening, Oriana struggled through the discomfort, closing her eyes in an attempt to find solace.
"It appears you’re not in the best of health," a familiar voice reached her ears, and she turned to find Lord Yorian standing at the window. "I’m well, Lord Yorian. Did you discover anything?"
he elf nodded and jumped inside the room as he walked towards the Oriana who was about to sit in the bed, "Stay put," he instructed.
Oriana, finding the supine position more comfortable, complied. Yorian gently grasped her wrist and observed, "You do indeed require rest." He then extended his hand, producing a small vial of elixir. "This should alleviate your discomfort."
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