Outside the main hall of the royal palace.
"I demand to see my grandmother," Kiara frowned, her displeasure evident as she glared at the guards blocking her path.
Her entire body radiated fury.
"What is the meaning of this?"
"Apologies, Your Highness," the guard replied, his expression stern as he recalled Harvey's earlier instructions.
"Dr. Lucky is currently examining the Queen and must not be disturbed.
Please wait a moment."
"Since when is my presence considered a disturbance?"
Kiara's face twisted with rage.
Her voice was icy as she berated them, stepping forward to push past.
"Get out of my way!"
Though visibly intimidated by Kiara's wrath, the guards steeled themselves and remained rooted in place.
"Forgive us, Your Highness—"
Kiara let out a bitter laugh, her anger boiling over.
She raised her hand and struck both guards hard across the face, the sting in her palm only fueling her fury.