I folded the paper and put it back into the envelop after I was done reading its content. As far as I was aware, there was nothing unusual about the message. However, I wasn’t sure I was comfortable enough to meet Prince Kin for tea or dinner. Perhaps, that could be avoided for now.
I took out paper, a brush, and an ink tablet before starting to write back a message to Prince Kin. Unfortunately, I did not have any gift that would be worthy of offering to a prince so a thankful message from my heart would have to do.
I wrote down a simple thank you message and wished him good health and happiness before folding the paper neatly and putting it in an envelope. I called for a maid and instructed her to deliver the letter to Prince Kin’s palace tomorrow. Now that that was all done and out of the way, I stretched and let the maids prepare me for bed.
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