Please banish me

[ PRESENT TIME ]

"Why… did you send me to the Heart's Empire, brother? Why did you send me to another land while you… and everyone in Karo, died? I cannot understand."

Florence clutched the quilt that was covering her lap. Her eyes heat up, grinding her teeth, waiting for Heliot's answer. Deep in her heart, she knew Heliot wouldn't know the answer, but lest he already made this ridiculous deal who would betray him and Karo, she was taking the risk. 

That night of the regression was one of the most traumatizing things Florence had experienced in all her heart. Her heartache in her marriage paled in comparison. The sheer thought of blood right now could turn her stomach.

"You… remember?" Heliot narrowed his eyes as he sized up the princess sitting on the bed. Based on that series of questions, it was obvious Florence seemed to remember her memories before the regression. After all, she did mention 'Heart's Empire' instead of 'kingdom.'