Her heart pounded, it was not fear alone but mixed with shock. The same man that had troubled her sleep, and ragged her thoughts was before her. She wasn’t sure, and it bothered her greatly. Who exactly is he? Her lips parted, and she took a deep breath. Lately, she needed to do that often. The entirety of her dilemma bugged her. She craved escape, it was just too far for her reach. “What are you doing?” His voice interrupted her thoughts. Her eyes opened, and his voice. It’s not the same as she heard that night. It was not as deep as that night. She was quick to check his eyes. To her dismay, it was brown, not grey. She blinked and it was still brown. Her hands found a way to her forehead. What’s going on? Was I dreaming? “Are you alright, Queen Maleeka?” He had to ask cause her b

