On cue, Avina rolled to the side and huddled at the corner of her bed. She pulled her blanket close to her and looked at the strangers with trembling eyes. Her body quaked under the sheets like a small quail.
"Princess!" the young maid gasped. She rushed over to Avina's side, but Avina pushed her away.
Avina looked at the maid warily. She pushed her acting abilities to the limit and asked, "Who are you?"
She paused for a moment and looked around. "Where am I?"
The young maid couldn't help but gape in utter shock. She quickly motioned the doctor to come closer. "Please, doctor. I think something serious has happened to the Princess."
The doctor didn't waste any time making it to the bedside. He cautiously extended his hand and asked, "Princess, if I may?"
Avina switched between looking at the doctor and the maid. She pursed her lips and shook her head. "Not until you tell me who I am."