I walked to get the Princess from her chambers. I knocked and Saphirra opened the door with Amira behind her. "Good evening Captain, we are ready." "You both look stunning this evening. My eyes have never seen such beauty." I leaned down to Amira, "You my Princess are the most beautiful one of all." She smiled and patted my face, "Escort us to the ball now Captain! I don't want to be late for my singing debut." I laughed and nodded for them to follow me. I walked behind them down the hall as I watched them and the way they walked. They were so carefree and safe. I had to protect them from any harm, though Lucian assured me they would be okay, I did not trust him. I felt as if I could not trust anyone now. We walked up to the now closed doors of the main hall. The gues

