Damien laughed, his shoulders shaking. “I don’t doubt it. I saw her face. It was priceless.”
Eleanor giggled. “Thank you for showing up, though. Your timing was impeccable.”
“Always,” Damien said with a wink. “Now, let’s get you out of here before someone else tries to ‘advise’ you.”
Eleanor took his arm, her spirits lifted. “I’ll take that offer. But only if there’s cake at the end of this escape. I haven’t had anything to eat since the food picking.”
Damien grinned. “Deal. Cake and peace, just for you.”
As they walked away sharing bits of their day and funny experiences, their laughter echoed through the garden, a sound that carried through the palace, bringing joy to everyone they came across.
The palace gates creaked open as Liam strode through, his leather boots clicking against
