Cedric
I blinked twice, trying to process what I had just seen. Gwen, wrapped in the arms of another guy, hugging him tightly on her bed. The image burned into my mind as I quietly stepped back and shut the door behind me. Thankfully, the guy was facing the other way, but Gwen had been facing the door. She must have seen me.
I walked down the hallway, my mind racing. Is that Gwen’s boyfriend? Why would she want a s****l agreement with me if she already has someone? Or is he not active in her life?
I shook my head, trying to push the thoughts away. I had a job to do. I returned to my post near the King’s study, standing tall and professional. The rest of the day passed in a blur. Gwen never checked on me. Every time I passed her room, I heard laughter and talking — her and that guy clea
