Princess Sheila was not nervous even though she realized that Prince Auten was unhappy. She stuck her tongue mischievously.
"Auten, you're not the Emperor. Why must I curtsy to you?"
"You—" Prince Auten was furious. His bratty sister sure knew how to touch on his sore spot.
Princess Heidi smiled bitterly and shook her head. That brother and sister duo had been arch nemesis since they were young. They bicker every time they see each other. It was troubling.
Then, Empress Heidi said, "Okay, enough. You two are siblings. Not enemies."
When they heard what their mother said, the siblings shut up.
"Sheila!"
Empress Heidi exhaled gently, smiled, and asked, "Let me ask you something; answer me honestly."
"What is it?" Sheila asked distractedly, playing with her fingers.
Empress Heidi thought for a while before saying, "You have been sticking to Aurin for the past few days. What do you know about his master?"
When Empress Heidi mentioned Darryl, Princess Sheila was infuriated. She p