Sir Alfred’s POV. My hands were dipped inside a water basin. I had been locked up in that hidden wardrobe space in the king’s room, now my hands ached from so much heat. Closing my eyes so I enjoyed the sweet feel of the cold water against my hands, I was distracted when a knock came on my door. “Come in!” I said, closing my eyes again. The Palace has been silent for more than usual. These days, my routine has been the king’s chamber and my room. “Sir!” The guard who came in said and I opened my eyes to look at his face. He was tall like they all are, but this one wore the color of the Queen’s chamber. “Yes. What brings you here?” I said to him and went silent again, shutting my eyes. “The queen has asked for you. She requests your presence immediately.” He said and my eyes snapped o

