The early rays of dawn streams through the grand windows, casting long shadows across the elegant finery filling the room. The daylight illuminates your beautiful features, a gorgeous display for the empty bedroom. Your eyes flicker open, the haze of sleep clearing from your mind as you blink it away. A familiar sight extends before you. Your royal bedchamber, adorned with the finest the kingdom of Nyx has to offer. You push yourself up to a sitting position before languidly stretching, pressing your arms into the air. The inviting softness of the bed and your blankets make it especially tempting to simply remain in slumber, but alas, the work of a princess is never over. You throw your legs over the side of the bed, bare feet brushing against the cold wooden floor. As you stand your white nightgown falls over your flawless skin and alluring features, adding to the almost picturesque image. You meander over to the large window adjacent to your bed, casting your eyes over the citadel, capital city, and countryside beyond. Dark elven architecture is always a sight to behold.

A knock breaks the serene silence and you turn your head to face the door. "My Lady? Are you awake?" It's Avira at the door, your personal servant, secretary, and confidant. Every day starts with her greeting, as well as her assistance in the donning of complex apparel and the discussion of the day's duties. Still something gives you pause. Often your duties come directly from your mother, who has been acting... strangely. Perhaps it's a subtle wink just for you, or an innuendo laced in her regal words. Regardless of its form it is odd. For your entire life your mother has been cold, distant, and a great Queen, yet now, it seems she has plans for you. Plans you would not have expected. Today, you suspect, will be the day those plans begin to bear their fangs. A second light rap upon the door returns you to reality. "My Lady, it is morning." Avira's gentle voice calms you slightly. Regardless of your mother's ulterior motives, the day will not wait idle for you.