“He’s gone out again, hasn’t he?” I turned to see Prince Dunstan striding over to me.
I sighed and nodded. “Yes.” I was trying hard not to cry and the pain pumping through my heart made it incredibly difficult for me to maintain my composure.
“I apologize on my brother’s behalf. I’m certain he has a very good reason for doing what he’s doing,” Dunstan said but little did he know I didn’t need his apologies. I wanted Arkin to return to me and tell me who that maiden was. I was sure he was meeting her right now and I wish I knew why.
“You don’t have to apologize. You haven’t done anything. Arkin is the Crown Prince, he can do whatever he wants; meet whoever he wants; choose whoever he wants. I am a fool for blowing this out of proportion. Please, do not worry about me,” I told him, hop
