When the performance ended, the children erupted into applause and laughter.
Circe found herself clapping softly as well, a genuine smile on her face. Though she had begun to learn about the kingdom's history, seeing it retold in such a lively way made the story feel different.
Ragnar stood beside her, his gaze resting not on the puppet stage, but on her.
"You approve?" he asked quietly.
She glanced up at him. "It was well done."
Ragnar's eyes shifted briefly to the single upright puppet still standing in the center of the stage. A stern look passed through his expression before he looked back at her.
"The children enjoy it," he said.
"Yes," she replied. "And they will remember it."
"Is there anything else you wish to see?" he asked.
