Bk 2: chapter four (10)

(For mom, my first fan)

Amie was carried into the king’s chambers. King Adrian watched with blank eyes as she was placed down on a chair.

“Leave.” she ordered and the attendants bowed and retreated.

“You have come to return this king his dignity? You should have told me, I would have had the chambers prepared so we can have a proper wedding night.” he said and she looked up at him coldly.

“The Ligrel clan have settled in the Steinhouse Manor. I gave them some of the Steinhouse properties.” she said and he silently walked towards the centre table and poured tea.

“What did they promise you?” he asked and Amie chuckled.

“What makes you think they promised me anything?” she asked.

“It would be odd if you ate a loss.” he said and she smiled.

“I have already eaten a loss.” At this, he sighed and returned in front of her.

“Are your still angry about our wedding day?”

“The Ancients and the four clans of Other-side.” she said and he frowned.