Chapter 8

“It will be for a short time only, I promise. When it is time, I will come unseen and then take you with me.”

“Very well, if it is the only way for us to be together.”

Warin smiled and kissed him. “You must be brave and strong, Benedict. All will be well, you will see. Now, you must return to your brother.”

Benedict knew Warin was right, but he was reluctant to be parted from the man he loved after so little time together. Still, he would not wish to endanger Warin. He pressed his lips hard to his lover’s. “I love you, Warin.”

“I love you, too, your highness. Now go. And wait for the day I come for you.”

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Benedict walked away from Warin and back to the garden path with a heavy heart. The parting only got more difficult. The more time spent with Warin, the more Benedict wanted.