She knocked on the door to Merida’s chamber and got a, “Go away.” She ignored it and opened the door, stepping inside.
“Should’ve known they’d send you,” Merida sighed from her bed that she obviously hadn’t left at all that day.
“Nobody sent me. I just wanted to come and make sure that you’re okay.”
“Oh yes, I’m perfect. Especially considering Roy will talk to anyone who will listen about our night.” Her smile was all venom.
“We are taking care of that.” Vera sat on the edge of her bed. “Why did you go with him?”
“Because I liked him. I thought he was charming and that he could keep a secret. I was wrong about all of it, though. So Father has the king shutting him down?”
“Not exactly.” Vera smoothed her skirt. “Why did you couple with him?”
“I’m no maiden, Vera. I haven’t been in a
