*Faye*
I enter my bedchamber and gaze longingly at the bed. It's exhausting to always put on a smile, feign interest in uninteresting matters, and spare gentlemen's feelings when I know deep down that they're not the one.
Although my weariness is likely due to Hunter more than anyone else. He keeps me on edge, attuned to every detail of his movements and every inflection in his voice.
I was acutely aware of his gaze as I flirted with the gentlemen accompanying me in the park today. I wanted to command him to dismount his horse and join us, but I held back. If he had barged into our group, I'm certain the others would have scattered. However, he maintained his distance, just as he has since Jessamine's passing. Even when he's with me, his mind is clearly elsewhere.
Felicity enters silen
