I paced the length of my chambers, trying to figure out who the maiden was and why Arkin was with her. It was frustrating how her face was covered, otherwise I would’ve known who she was.
However, the truth was, I was jealous. I was envious of that maiden having Arkin’s time and attention. He told me he didn’t hate me. He even kissed me plenty of times since then, so why was he spending time with someone else? Was she prettier than me? She must be, why else would Arkin spend time with her and go to what was probably her residence. She might be someone who the Queen would approve of as well and that’s why he was spending time with her.
Unbidden tears sprang to my eyes and I quickly wiped them away. I had no right to be upset or feel heartbroken. Arkin had the right to love whoever he de
