Chapter 45 Darkness lair

ASHLEY BRIDGE POV

I punch the sack of sand. I'm sweating, and it's my method of distracting myself from what happened three days ago. How could I be so naive? If he's around, I'll never drink wine again. Damn! I shall be beheaded for coveting the crown princess's husband if I become pregnant or if anybody witnesses what happened. I'm not ready to die yet though. Not until Cynthia seizes the kingdom and protects the people. That night...