The palace gates slowly opened and Vihaan entered. This time he was not alone. The woman he had found in the woods was also with him. The guards exchanged stolen glances but did not dare to speak their minds out or raise any questions. The woman seemed unconscious and was nestled carefully against his chest.

Vihaan cautiously got down from his horse with her in his arms. He silently stepped inside the palace, his bare feet padding softly on the carpet.