There was no way she was leaving without Xavier, so she followed them on the journey back to the palace.
Xavier was tied up, dragged into the throne room, and dumped at the king's feet.
Khalil bowed as he stepped before the king, and Jade stood beside him.
She still couldn't believe she had followed Khalil all the way to the palace.
Khalil signaled for her to bow, and she reluctantly obeyed.
She was used to people bowing to her instead, thanks to Xavier, so the gesture felt strange. Besides, she had never really understood why anyone needed to bow simply to greet a royal.
Jade didn't like the way the king looked at her.
"I must say, Khalil, you have made me proud today." The king's laughter echoed through the hall. "For capturing this animal, you will receive a generous reward. Well
