I followed Raoul away from the castle, Silas padding along beside me. My heart pounded from the last words I spoke to Tristan. It felt wildly inappropriate and a wave of nausea hit me.
“You’re allowed to be bold, Sasha,” Raoul said suddenly. “You might be the only person who can speak to Tristan like that and get away with it. In fact, I know you’re the only one.”
“I’ve never spoken like that to anyone, ever. He just brings out this side of me.”
“Yes, I find he has that effect on most people.” Raoul gave a wry smile.
“Do you think there’s a way around the marital alliance?” I asked, watching Raoul’s face. He stopped walking, expressionless.
“I welcome any of my future Queen’s inquiries, but I’m afraid you haven’t been properly educated on the subject and therefore don’t know bett
