We were taken back to the kingdom in chariots, but even as Eldoria's houses came into view, I couldn't bring myself to let go of Anna. The moment we arrived, all eyes were on her—accusing, whispering, judging. They blamed her for everything that had happened. And Anna, with her quiet nature, couldn't even defend herself. Especially not against Lorraine, who strutted around like confidence and deception were her birthrights.
I tightened my grip on Anna's hand. "Let's go to my place. It's not safe for you to go home right now. Who knows what they'll try?"
I didn't even know where her house was, but l felt she'd be safer at mine even if it sounded selfish of me.
She hesitated only for a moment before nodding. "Okay… if you insist."