ELAYNE I drafted out the official documents and took them to the capital of Zerramond as soon as I could. To become a figure of authority right in their territory, I needed their permission. My father never intended for the two kingdoms to merge but I had no other choice. The only problem with this trip was that Susanne came along. The atmosphere between her and Tyler was too terse. Other than the fact we took a royal carriage that Kalvin insisted I took, no one was aware that Susanne had apologized and I didn’t want to say anything. “How is the preparation for the seal going, Tyler?” “I took the design to the royal artisan but…..” “It’s a tall order hun? It’s okay. I can get it made elsewhere” Susanne’s eyes which focused on the passing scenery returned to me. Tyler waved frantic

