Celebration

AUTHOR'S POV 

Meanwhile, Nicky had gone to see the king.

"Nicky." The king greeted her cheerfully as soon as she walked in.

"Good morning, your highness." She replied, curtsying right after. His profile was aloof, and color had returned to his face. It was unusual to see the king happy at a time like this.

"You are happy; this calls for celebration, I guess." She said this as she walked towards him.

"It's good to maintain a sunny disposition every time." He said that, and the conversation picked up from there.

Since he was already in a good mood, she could state the reason she was there.

"What say you about the maltreatment meted out by Stiles to Amelia?" She inquired, and the king was completely taken aback. That was none of her business.

"How does it concern you?" He asked.

She noticed his frown and quickly rushed to save the situation. "Em, you know, I was j