Erick
I walked away stealthily, making sure not to make a sound.
I tried to think of what was happening but I couldn't think of anything.
I took a cold bath and tried to stay calm. Then, I asked a guard to summon Caleb.
He arrived almost immediately.
Caleb stood before me, shoulders squared, chin lifted, eyes firm and unflinching. Not a hint of guilt, nor shame, nor confusion. He looked… proud. Too proud.
And for the briefest second, I could not breathe.
“What is this hear about you and my mother?”
He looked away briefly before returning his gaze back to me.
“Your Majesty, I was hoping to inform you in a much better way,” he began but I cut him off abruptly.
“Answer me!” I snapped.
He flinched and immediately replied, “She's my mate,” he replied, leaving me speechless.
