The Emperor was walking past the kitchens as he noticed a maid walking the same direction a little ways way . She was carrying a small tray with two bowls on it . There was only one palace that direction so he caught up to her quickly .
"Who is that for?" He asked, dareing not to hope . There had been no change when he left to see that dignitary off, why would there be food headed toward his rooms now . The fragrant broth filled his nose and he smiled . Hope beginning to light a tiny fire in his heart .
"The new physician suggested broth for Empress, and Lord Mordrin asked that I bring a meal for the physician as well . She has not eaten anything either . " The Maid explained and the Emperor smiled .
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"Then we shall go together, shall we?" He asked as he continued down the hallway at a slightly faster pace . The door to his room was closed, and he paused for a full minute before opening it, preparing himself for what he was expecting to see . She may not be awake, he can't expect too much .
As he walked in, he saw Kyera sitting next to the bed and his wife still asleep on her back . The Emperor looked at Eve and he realized her face had more color too it and her breathing was soft and relaxed . There was a certain tone to it that was soothing, as if she was sleeping differently some how .
"Your Majesty . " Kyera greeted bowing as he entered the room careful to keep her head tilted up slightly, hiding the weakness at the back of her neck . A subtle thing that he didn't notice .
"Lady Kyera, when did you return?" He asked raising an eyebrow as he walked over to her Eve . He gently ran his hand through her hair, placing a gentle kiss to her forehead . Evelyn murmured in her sleep . He could barely hear her but there was something as she shifted into a more comfortable position . The Emperor's heart quivered at the sound . "Evie, its me love…" He whispered against her ear, wondering if she could hear him or if she would respond .
"Emperor, don't wake her yet . Please let her rest . She is doing much better now . " Kyera offered, trying to coax him back a bit . Pushing her too hard would not help anyone . He nodded, and reluctantly gave her a bit of space . "Did your son not find you?" she asked wondering why he seemed so surprised to see her getting better .
The maid walked into the room and settled the tray down on the table . She uncovered it and set the noodle nest into the steaming broths so it could cook . She nodded and left without another word, figuring her job was done . Kyera took the spoon and tasted both broths to make sure they were identical . The flavor was amazing, and she didn't' taste anything off . However, she decided to wait a while before feeding the soup to the Empress .
"No, were there changes while I was at court?" The Emperor asked, sitting down next to her on the bed . Kyera watched him and was surprised to see the amount of concern he was showing . It seemed genuine to her, heart warming .
"Yes, actually . I managed to find what was ailing her and remove it with Clovis watching on . I predict that she will recover soon for the most part . We are concerned that she may not have use of her legs, but otherwise she should be fine . " Kyera broke the news quickly, not wanting to go through it again . She had sincerely hoped she wouldn't have to tell the spouse this . If he couldn't accept it… she would have a hard time understanding… .
"Then I will be her legs . " The Emperor replied firmly, watching her face still . He didn't seem to care that there was damage . "Her mind is what I loved most, as long as it is intact, the rest matters . "
Kyera couldn't help but grin as she saw the small twitch to the corner of Evelyn's lips . She went to stand only for the Emperor to look at her .
"Where are you going?" He demanded .
Chapter end
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