"My queen... my queen..."
The whisper jolted me awake, and I glanced to my side to see Kat standing beside the bed. She nodded politely, then smiled.
"King Elijah requests that you dress quickly. I've got your clothes ready," Kat said.
"What are you talking about, Kat?" I mumbled, still half asleep. "Where are we going?"
"I'm not sure, my queen. But it's you who will be going, not me."
I threw the covers aside and dragged myself to the bathroom. When I looked out the window, the sky was still dark.
"What time is it?" I asked.
"Four in the morning, my queen."
My mouth dropped open; it was too early. Where was Elijah taking me so early?
I didn't protest much and followed the king's orders. Our relationship had improved slightly, so I didn't want to upset Elijah again. I had to minim
