Lila’s POV
“Tobi?” I heard him call from the main bedroom. Lately, he was never late for anything.
“In here,” I replied, sitting perfectly still as Sophie added the final touches to my hair. Her hands moved quickly and precisely, but she still flinched a little when Tobi’s voice echoed down the hall.
“Thank you, Sophie,” I said gently as she packed up and scurried out the door. The staff had grown increasingly wary of getting between me and the prince—not that I blamed them. Tobi wasn’t exactly known for his patience, especially when it came to me.
“You look stunning,” Tobi murmured, appearing behind me just as I applied the final stroke of mascara. His fingertips trailed lightly down the exposed line of my back. I shivered despite myself.
“Thank you,” I said, trying to keep my voice
