After washing away the fatigue of the morning, the three sisters gathered in the grand dining room to share their breakfast. This daily routine was a nice ritual for them. It was easily one of their favorite moments of the day, as they were treated to a lavish spread of exquisite dishes, fresh pastries, roasted meats, and seasonal fruits, all prepared by some of the finest culinary masters in the Kingdom.
Yet, there was one notable absence. Ulrich never joined them. Whether it was a bright morning breakfast, a quick midday lunch, or a formal dinner, the Count's chair at the head of the long table remained perpetually empty. Instead, his meals were quietly carried up to his office, where he ate in total isolation.
