Ferox, vexed by Andromeda's apparent disregard, grumbled, "The epitome of ingratitude, this child."
Undeterred, Andromeda paid him no mind, opting to take a nap. When she awoke later in the afternoon to the gentle summons from Dennis, she adorned herself in a light, frilly soft blue frock adorned with a delicate white flower pattern. Her hair, tied with a silken pastel blue ribbon, exuded an air of elegance that set her apart.
As she entered the parlor, the grandeur of the palace revealed itself with vast arches and open windows, allowing the warm air to envelop her. A fountain adorned the parlor, contributing to the palace's sense of opulence. Stepping through the massive wooden doors, Andromeda encountered a different kind of warmth, a sensation unfamiliar to her.
