The Return of the Ring

Before dawn I was wide awake. Now I wake up almost in sync with Leon when I open my eyes. I saw that he was already standing in front of the mirror, dressing alone. Through the refracted angle of the mirror Leon saw me staring at him from my bed. "Actually, you could use a little more sleep. After all, you were so tired last night!" Leon said with a wicked grin. "I just want to see you go!" I whispered, feeling so empty and lonely inside every time he was gone. There was no family or friends in the strange court. I'm so lonely! "Can I have my mother in court with me?" I asked cautiously. Leon dressed and went to the bedside, his voice tinged with pity as he brushed my cheek with the gentle palm of his hand. "Why not?" Leon said, "Based on the fact that we are getting married, I would also like to speak with your parents in person about having a wedding, and today I will have the Court Master send word to your parents that I am sure you will not have to see them for several days!" "Real