The palace gates soon came into view after minutes of riding on the carriage.
The gates opened almost immediately.
The carriage passed through, riding some more before it slowed and soon came to a stop in front of the main palace.
As soon as the carriage door was opened, warm air rushed in, carrying a scent that made her eyes light up.
Freshly baked bread, meat, and some other food.
Her stomach growled again and her mouth watered.
It wasn't only her stomach.
Now that everyone had perceived the food, their stomachs all growled loudly, asking to be fed.
Alaric laughed, Beatrix and Serina covered their mouths, and Ivan outright snorted.
The adults who had also left their carriages also laughed.
"…Well, the fast is over," Melissa said. "Your bodies are merely responding to divine timing."
Melvin nodded solemnly and agreed with his wife. "Truly. A miracle."
"Alright. Let's stop standing. It's time to fill your stomachs." Melissa said with amusement.
