But just as Dimitri parted his lips to speak…
A sharp knock came from outside.
"Your Highness, I bring good news!" A servant's voice rang through the chamber. A messenger.
Dimitri paused, his brow lifting slightly in curiosity. His golden eyes flickered toward the door, his interest piqued. "Good news?" he echoed, his deep voice laced with intrigue. "And what might that be?"
"Your Highness, Lady Arata is with child! The physician is at her manor now, conducting a second confirmation, and it is certain. She carries your heir! Congratulations, my lord!" The servant revealed.
A beat of silence passed.
Then Dimitri's eyes widened, his usually stoic expression cracking into pure, unguarded happiness. He rose swiftly from the bed, not even bothering to hide his elation, and reached for one of the sheets on the bed.
