The king smiled to himself as he watched her sleep. Her long hair scattered all over his pillow, with free strands covering her face.
She looked so at peace. Rome was not sure he had seen her look this way in a long while. He reached for her soft cheeks and pushed the hair away to get a clearer view of her thick and lush lashes.
He could sit and watch her sleep for hours on end.
The door of his chambers suddenly pushed open. Rome jerked his head up to stare at the intruder. His tense shoulders fell with ease when he saw Teriel.
The man walked into the room with a bold stance. He looked down at the king's bed, and blood drained from his face instantly.
His gaze dropped to the ground, the king smiled.
"My apologies, your majesty. I thought that…"
"It's alright, Teriel." Rome re
