Side by side Ferron and I walk towards the castle. Everyone had helped load the last of the cargo silently. Sir Bane then handed me the letter to Dragg, from his son Erik. I then turned without a word and left with my new friend. Ferron was glaring at the road ahead. That confrontation must've left him feeling sour.
I hold back from saying anything. Instead, I pick up the pace, and naturally, Ferron quickens to keep up with me. We make it back to the castle very quickly after. I stop to look at the gates. I felt so eager to know what Erik has said. But I still felt angry towards Dragg. Maybe he is still angry with me as well.
Ferron stops and turns to me. “Are you alright Milady?”
“Yes.” I clear my throat and begin to walk again.
Ferron breaks the silence.“So, are you and Eri
