CHAPTER ELEVEN
Two weeks dragged by with the same routine. Eating, training, sleeping, and all within the confines of those high walls. Another morning came and I peeked out the door at the gardens. All was peaceful and calm. Birds chirped their merry tune as they had all the mornings before.
Arian came up behind me with an encouraging smile. “You needn’t go out and practice today. Prince Yushir said he would not come until tomorrow.”
I shrugged. “I don’t really have anything else to do.”
Arian stepped up to my side with my half-finished breakfast plate in her hands and studied my face. “You look pale this morning. Perhaps you should rest.”
I offered her a smile. “I’m fine, just a little tired. Maybe some fresh air would help.”
“Perhaps you have been trying too hard to use
