When we got back to the palace, Ben took the car around the back to a spot I hadn’t seen before. It seemed like he was trying to sneak us in, but it made sense. He was coming back with two bodies more than he was supposed to have. The last thing I wanted was Ben getting in trouble.
He opened the car door for me and the first thing I saw was Alex. Standing at the door, holding it open for us. I didn’t stick around and headed straight towards him. Not because it was him, but despite it being him. Just as I got level with him, he barred my way.
“That’s my good girl. You’re almost as much of a rebel as I am now. I’m very impressed you ventured into that tunnel. Most women wouldn’t consider it. It’s not a nice place with all the rats lurking around.”
I rolled my eyes. I couldn’t help it. Th
